Rapper Nicki Minaj has been confirmed as taking part in the upcoming North American tour by Britney Spears after weeks of speculations and confusion surrounding just who would be taking to the road on this latest tour by Britney.

US rapper Nicki Minaj has quickly shot to stardom and is widely regarded as one of the most promising young artists on the scene since she released her debut album Pink Friday last year.

Promoters Live Nation confirmed that Nicki Minaj would be taking part in the upcoming Femme Fatale tour which will be used to promote the latest album by pop princess Britney Spears.

Other acts taking to the tour bus with Britney include Jessie and the Toy Boys, an electro pop band from California and Australian twin sister act, Nervo.

Britney Spears said in a statement: “This is the Femme Fatale tour and U am thrilled to have Nicki Minaj, Jessie and the Toy Boys, and Nervo join me and get everyone on the dance floor.”

This final announcement puts an end to speculation after she firstly said that Enrique Iglesias would be touring with her followed by him very publically denying that he would be taking part in any concerts with her in the future.

It had been rumored that the heart throb singer had not wanted to be a second billing act at a concert, even if the headliner was Britney Spears.