American rapper Nicki Minaj has scored a legal victory after a former fan withdrew a defamation lawsuit seeking Sh1.3 billion ($10 million), bringing an end to a dispute that had attracted widespread attention.
Tameer Peak, who filed the suit more than a year ago, accused Minaj of falsely portraying him as a stalker, claims he said damaged his reputation and exposed him to public ridicule.
Court filings show that Peak has voluntarily dismissed the case and will receive no financial compensation.
The decision effectively ends the legal battle before it could proceed to trial.
According to the filings seen by TMZ, Peak said his primary objective was to have his grievances heard rather than secure a financial payout, maintaining that monetary compensation was never the main reason for pursuing legal action against the rapper.
The lawsuit stemmed from comments allegedly made by Minaj that Peak claimed mischaracterised him as a stalker, negatively affecting both his personal and public image. With the case now withdrawn, the matter will not move forward in court.
Neither Minaj nor her legal team has publicly commented on the latest development. However, the dismissal is likely to be viewed as a favourable outcome for the rapper, who has faced several legal disputes and controversies throughout her career.
Legal experts note that voluntary dismissals are common in civil litigation and may result from changes in personal circumstances, legal strategy, or a desire to avoid lengthy court proceedings.
With the lawsuit officially closed, both parties are expected to move on without any further legal obligations arising from the case, ending a dispute that had drawn significant interest from fans and entertainment observers.