In a candid revelation on the We In Miami podcast, Erika Mina opened up about her past relationship with rapper Nicki Minaj’s ex, Safari Samuels.
The discussion took a turn as Safari reflected on the challenges he faced after their breakup, shedding light on the emotional toll it took on him.
When asked about the biggest hurdle he encountered post-split, Safari didn’t hold back.
He recalled the backlash he faced from fans, stating, “I was with Nicki, we broke up.
Her fans wanted me to disappear.”
This admission highlights the intense scrutiny that comes with being involved in high-profile relationships.
Safari felt isolated, claiming that he had two significant people against him, which made it difficult for him to find support or work opportunities.
It was a dark chapter in his life, one that he clearly remembers with a sense of regret.
Meanwhile, Erika Mina, who shares two young children with Safari—four-year-old Sapphire and three-year-old Legend—expressed her disappointment in a recent Instagram post.
She lamented the situation, saying, “I will be forever embarrassed I gave birth to these beautiful children.” Her words underscore a deep frustration with Safari’s apparent lack of involvement in their children’s lives, both online and offline.
Reflecting on their relationship history, it’s worth noting that Safari and Nicki Minaj were an item over a decade ago before parting ways in 2014.
Following their split, Nicki found love with Kenneth Petty, marrying him in 2019.
Not to be outdone, Safari tied the knot with Mina the same year.
However, their marriage faced turmoil, leading to Erika filing for divorce in 2021 and the official dissolution of their union by 2022.
Mina has not shied away from voicing her grievances regarding Safari’s parenting skills.
Recently, she took to social media to criticize him for his lack of presence in their children’s lives, despite living just half an hour away.
“He barely sees them,” she asserted, pointing out that when he does have them, he often neglects their basic needs.
To illustrate her point, Erika shared photos of their son Legend’s messy hair and Sapphire’s unkempt ponytail, highlighting her concerns about Safari’s parenting choices.
She recounted a recent Saturday when Safari had the kids but failed to tend to their grooming, even with family around to assist.
In another post, Mina elaborated on Safari’s parenting shortcomings, claiming that his contributions to their children’s upbringing extended only to monthly child support payments.
This lack of involvement reportedly included skipping important family occasions like Christmas and their daughter’s birthday.
Moreover, Erika criticized Safari for placing their children in day camps instead of engaging with them directly.
She expressed her frustration, questioning why he would send them to an unfamiliar environment when he hardly sees them as it is.
“If you’re going to take them somewhere random, why not bring them to the school you helped choose but didn’t pay for?” she challenged.
The ongoing tension between the former couple paints a vivid picture of the complexities involved in co-parenting, especially when past relationships are intertwined with current responsibilities.
As both Erika and Safari navigate their parenting journey, it’s clear that emotions run high, and the stakes are personal.
In the realm of celebrity relationships, the impact of public perception can be overwhelming.
For Safari, the shadow of his past with Nicki Minaj looms large, while Erika grapples with the reality of raising their children amidst these challenges.
The dialogue surrounding their experiences serves as a reminder of the struggles many face in similar situations, albeit without the spotlight.
While the story continues to unfold, one thing remains clear: the desire for better communication and cooperation in co-parenting is essential.
