Amsterdam, Netherlands – Rapper Nicki Minaj was recently detained in Amsterdam for allegedly carrying marijuana, causing a stir during her current Pink Friday 2 World Tour. The Grammy nominee, known for hits like “Anaconda,” faced a setback when authorities arrested her at Schiphol Airport, leading to the postponement of a tour date in the U.K.
Minaj documented the ordeal on social media, sharing videos where officials informed her of her arrest. In one clip, she questioned why her luggage was only being searched after it had been loaded onto the plane, with an officer explaining it was a random check. The rapper’s attempt to film the incident came to an end when authorities ordered her to stop and enter a police van.
A spokesperson for the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee military police later revealed that Minaj was arrested for possession of “soft drugs,” which she confirmed as prerolled joints while traveling. Despite the initial detainment, Minaj was released from custody within hours of being apprehended.
The incident in Amsterdam, a city known for its lenient marijuana laws, sparked debates online about the legality of the substances Minaj was carrying. The rapper, who had kicked off her world tour in California and had shows planned in Europe, shared her side of the story on social media, emphasizing the legalization of weed in Amsterdam.
As fans speculated about the impact of the arrest on her tour, Minaj’s journey through Europe continued, with her set to perform in Belgium in July. The rapper’s experience in Amsterdam added a unexpected twist to her concert series, drawing attention to the complexities of drug laws and enforcement in different parts of the world.