“I’ve been locked out” - Nicki Minaj reveals she can’t access her Instagram account amid Jay-Z feud

Nicki Minaj has revealed that she can't get into her Instagram account. She shared this news on X (Twitter) right after she posted several messages about Jay-Z, Megan Thee Stallion, and Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez. Minaj posted,

"Barbz it looks like I've been locked out of my Instagram."

Barbz it looks like I’ve been locked out of my Instagram. pic.twitter.com/K6q2DdnVb2

— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) July 9, 2025

This suggests the problem started after she made some public comments that brought up old industry tensions again. People started talking when this lockout happened because it came just after Minaj talked about a legal issue involving Jay-Z and Raymir Satterthwaite, a 31-year-old man who's trying to prove Jay-Z might be his dad.

Ongoing legal case draws attention as Nicki Minaj’s social media access remains restricted

Satterthwaite has said in public that Jay-Z could be his biological father and wants the court to order a paternity test. His case just got the go-ahead to move forward in court, which has got people talking about it again.
Minaj posted a picture on the internet comparing Jay-Z and Satterthwaite side by side. In her caption, she mentioned the ongoing rumors but didn't directly accuse anyone. She also wrote,

“Oh is this why he was trending the other day? Idk. I hope all is well. To God be the glory," which seems to point to a broader thought rather than a specific allegation.

On top of that, she shared messages hinting at her unhappiness with how Roc Nation runs things and Jay-Z's wide-reaching sway in show business and politics. One of her posts said, "Dear #JayZ & Desirat, You ruined hiphop, You ruined football… All of this is alleged & for entertainment purposes ." Another message seemed to cast doubt on Jay-Z's involvement in past U.S. presidential races.

She also questioned Jay-Z’s political ties and his participation in Democratic Party campaigns, especially during Barack Obama’s presidency, writing,

“Is he too important to speak out for his party? Or was it never really his party to begin with?”

Jay-Z and Roc Nation haven't answered these posts yet.

News outlets have tried to get official comments but haven't had any luck. At the same time, the court case involving Satterthwaite is still going on, but there's no final decision yet and Jay-Z hasn't said anything about it. Nicki Minaj hasn't explained if her Instagram got locked because of a tech problem or because of what she posted. Right now, she still can't get into her Instagram account, based on her latest update

This event contributes to a series of well-known disagreements between musicians and their management companies in the music world. Since the court case is ongoing and no official statements have been made, fans and the press continue to follow the matter.