In a startling announcement, Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, better known as 2Baba, revealed that he and his ‘Young, Famous & African’ reality TV star wife, Annie Macaulay-Idibia, have been separated for some time and have filed for divorce.
The musician, famed for hits like "African Queen", shared the news on Instagram in a post that has since been deleted, igniting conversations across social media platforms.
In his statement, 2Baba expressed the complexity of his situation, saying, "Well this thing I have to say is short but also long ... I and Annie Macaulay have been separated for a while now. And currently filed divorce.
“I would grant a press release soon to say my story … Not because it is anyone’s right to know about my personal life; but because I love my people and I need them to know my innocence or offence.”
Nobody hacked my account. I said what I said — 2face Idibia confirms divorce from Annie pic.twitter.com/TdEESn3RqX
Accompanying the written message, 2Baba shared a video confirming the authenticity of his post, asserting, “Nobody hacked my account.”
His candidness was met with mixed reactions, with many netizens taking to platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram to voice their thoughts on the unfolding situation.
Having been married since 2012, the couple celebrated their union in a civil ceremony in Dubai the following year. Together, they shared the joy of parenting two children.
However, their relationship has been marred by controversy, particularly surrounding infidelity, which has repeatedly surfaced during their marriage.
2Baba has often faced backlash for his opinions on such subjects and scrutiny over his alleged extramarital affairs.
The couple's separation, though shocking to some, comes as little surprise to fans who have documented the ups and downs of their relationship over the years.
Social media users expressed a range of sentiments, with some taking Macaulay-Idibia's side, emphasising her endurance throughout the marriage.
@Dagreatdey4you stated: "We all knew 2Face and Annie Idibia would get divorced at some point. The real surprise is that most of you would have preferred if Annie was the one who called for it."
We all knew 2Face and Annie Idibia would get divorced at some point. The real surprise is that most of you would have preferred if Annie was the one who called for it. pic.twitter.com/0iSHyqmmnL
@smartser_1, lamented the apparent lack of empathy towards Macaulay-Idibia’s situation, asserting that 2Baba would be deemed a "bad person" if he were to leave her after all her sacrifices.
I still stand on the truth.
— smart_ENGINEER 👷🏾♂️ (@smartser_1) January 27, 2025
2face is a bad person if he divorces Annie idibia now after the kids are grown and she has endured hell in the marriage.
She bodied online criticism, other baby mama's, series of cheating, lonely times,stayed with him when he was almost killed.
Commentator @EmeraldEme18488 suggested that 2Baba might also be suffering silently, questioning why the narrative seems to be skewed against him.
In the case of Annie and innocent idibia. I see alot of people bashing the man because she was with him despite having other kids, so he shouldn't be the person to announce the divorce. What if he is suffering on the inside but y'all care about what Annie feel.
— SHADOWS. (@EmeraldEme18488) January 27, 2025
The unfolding story showcases not just the personal struggles of one of Africa’s most beloved entertainers but also reflects the broader complexities surrounding public figures navigating intricate relationships.
As 2Baba prepares to share more details about his personal life, fans and followers alike await further clarity on a saga that continues to captivate audiences across the continent.