Nicki Minaj encountered unexpected turbulence on her journey from Amsterdam to the UK as she was detained by authorities, sparking speculation of her arrest. 

In a live-streamed video, the rapper is seen engaging in a tense exchange with officers, repeatedly questioning the need for her detention and requesting the police station's address.

A própria Nicki Minaj disse AO VIVO que o policial tinha identificado que a marijuana na bagagem da equipe não era dela. Ainda assim, ela foi detida. pic.twitter.com/rgj23tSv3h

— Minaj Access Brasil (@MinajAccess) May 25, 2024

Despite her insistence on speaking with her lawyer and refusal to cease filming, Minaj eventually complies with the officers' request to enter their police vehicle. 

Reports from Royal Netherlands Marechaussee military police spokesperson, Robert Kapel, confirm the arrest of an American woman for possession of "soft drugs," suspected to be marijuana.

Minaj took to social media to address the incident, asserting that the alleged contraband belonged to her security personnel. Additional footage surfaced showing airport staff apologizing for the inconvenience caused by the thorough search of Minaj's luggage.

A própria Nicki Minaj disse AO VIVO que o policial tinha identificado que a marijuana na bagagem da equipe não era dela. Ainda assim, ela foi detida. pic.twitter.com/rgj23tSv3h

— Minaj Access Brasil (@MinajAccess) May 25, 2024

The incident occurred during Minaj's European tour, with her scheduled performance in Manchester, England, raising hopes among fans despite the setback. 

Now they said I have to go 5 mins away to make a statement about my security to the police precinct

— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) May 25, 2024

As the situation unfolds, Minaj's legal team is likely to navigate the repercussions of the incident while fans await further updates on her tour schedule.