Podcast host Knowa De Baraso has criticized Nicki Minaj for allegedly spreading misinformation, particularly regarding US politics and violence in Nigeria. De Baraso advocates for greater celebrity accountability, stating that while he supports celebrities engaging in politics regardless of party, misinformation presented as fact is detrimental. He highlighted concerns about Minaj's rhetoric, especially her framing of Nigerian violence as religiously motivated, emphasizing the impact of unchecked celebrity influence on public discourse.