US rapper and global superstar Nicki Minaj (real name Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty) has filed a lawsuit against Nigerian medical doctor and social media influencer Dr Penking, accusing him of cyberbullying and copyright infringement.
The legal action stems from a recent post by Dr Penking on X (formerly Twitter), where he shared an old video clip of Minaj.
In the accompanying caption, he reportedly commented that the rapper had "gotten old" and should "retire" from music and entertainment.
Minaj publicly reacted to the post, questioning whether Dr Penking had obtained permission to use her copyrighted video footage before employing it to harass her.
She directly informed him via social media that he had been "added to her lawsuit," signaling her intent to pursue legal remedies.
The suit alleges that the influencer's actions constitute cyberbullying through derogatory and harassing commentary, compounded by unauthorized use of her intellectual property (the video clip), violating copyright laws.
Details on the exact court jurisdiction, specific damages sought, or filing date remain limited in initial reports, but the case highlights Minaj's ongoing efforts to address online harassment and unauthorized content use targeting her image and career.
Dr Penking, known for his health-related commentary and social media presence, has not yet issued a public response to the allegations or confirmed receipt of legal documents.
This development adds to Minaj's history of legal battles over defamation and online abuse, as she continues to protect her reputation amid persistent social media scrutiny.
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