25 People In Hip-Hop Who Are Campaigning About The Boko Haram Kidnappings In Nigeria
The crimes and atrocities that's happening in Nigeria are both horrifying and repulsive. On April 15, 300 schoolgirls were kidnapping in the town of Chibok by the Islamist militant group Boko Haram. 53 of the girls—ranging in age from 16 to 18—have escaped however the Nigerian government says 276 are still being held captive by the terrorists.A 27-minute video was obtained by the Associated Press from the Nigerian terror group showing more than 100 kidnapped Christian schoolgirls praying to Allah and Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau saying he will hold the girls until his imprisoned militants are freed.
This story has gripped the world attention and has touched the heart of millions. The hip-hop community has flocked around the story and voiced their opinions on the topic with the hashtag #BringBackOurGirls. Here are 25 people in the hip-hop community who's been vocal.
Dizzy Wright
Big Sean
Fat Joe
Metro Boomin
?uestlove
Noah "40" Shebib
Nick Cannon
Trae Tha Truth
DJ Clue
Big Boi
Tyler, The Creator
Meek Mill
Puff Daddy
MC Hammar
Bun B
Russell Simmons
Young Guru
Nicki Minaj
Freddie Gibbs
DJ Drama
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