Innocent Idibia, the legendary Nigerian singer popularly known as 2Baba, has celebrated his 25th anniversary in the music industry.
The ‘African Queen’ hitmaker marked the milestone with a heartfelt post on his Instagram page, expressing gratitude to the family, friends, and colleagues who shaped his career.
The 50-year-old music icon acknowledged key figures who were instrumental at different stages of his career.
He singled out Nelson Brown as the first to believe in the dream of his former group Plantashun Boiz.
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“As I stand on the threshold of 25 years in this incredible journey called music, my heart is full, full of gratitude, memories, lessons, and love,” he wrote.
“Looking back, I realize that every step I took was guided by people who believed, supported, corrected, and inspired me, even when I didn’t fully understand where destiny was leaging me.
“This celebration is not mine alone. It belongs to everyone who played a role in shaping the story of Innocent Idibia, 2Baba.
“Nelson Brown: You were the first to see light in the dream of three young men when no one else believed. You believed in Plantashun Boiz, not just as an idea, but as a vision that could redefine Nigerian music.
“You gave us a voice when we barely had a microphone, a space when all we had was a dream. For your faith, your patience, and your guidance, I say thank you.
“Without you, our beginning would have been just a wish.”
He thanked Baba Keke and D1 for giving him his “first professional deal,” a move he described as a “defining moment that changed not just my life, but the entire entertainment landscape”.
2Baba also credited Eddie Lawani for providing Plantashun Boiz with a crucial platform to showcase their talents while appreciating DJ Jimmy Jatt for “standing by me”.
He described his former manager Efe Omorogbe as a “brother, backbone, and soldier” who “guided me with truth, sometimes hard truth, but always with love”.
“Baba Keke & D1: You gave me my first professional deal, a defining moment that changed not just my life, but the entire entertainment landscape,” he added.
“You opened doors that led us from dreams to destiny. We made history together; we won together. You stood as mentors and big brothers, and your names will forever be etched in my story.
“Eddie Lawani: You provided us with a platform to showcase our talents as Plantashun Biz when nobody else would. You didn’t just invest in us – you believed in the purity of our craft.
“Through the years, your unconditional love and constant support have never wavered. You’ve been more than a mentor; you’ve been family. For everything you’ve done and still do, I remain grateful.
“DJ Jimmy Jatt: From the very start, you’ve shown me nothing but real love and industry respect. You stood by me.
“To Efe Omorogbe: You are not just my manager you are my brother, backbone, and soldier. Through highs and lows, you’ve been steadtast.
“You’ve guided me with truth, sometimes hard truth, but always with love You are a real one, and I’II always appreciate you. You’ve carried my dreams on your shoulders like they were your own. Thank you, my G.”
2Baba also celebrated his former bandmates BlackFace and Faze while extending his appreciation to producers, DJs, media, and his countless fans.
“To BlackFace and Faze: Our story cannot and will never be complete without you. Plantashun Boiz was not just a group, it was a brotherhood that changed the sound and soul of Nigerian music,” he wrote.
“We had our differences, but time has shown that the roots we planted together still bear fruit. I celebrate you both, my brothers, my co-pilots in the beginning of this flight. The world will always remember what we built together.
“To My Industry Colleagues and Every Supporter: From producers, DJs, media houses, promoters, and fellow artists, to every fan who ever sang along, streamed a song, bought a ticket, or sent a prayer, this milestone belongs to all of us. You’ve been my strength, my mirror, and my motivation.”
To cap the celebration, 2Baba announced a grand anniversary event scheduled for November 14, 2025, at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton, Abuja.
“As I prepare to celebrate 25 years in this industry on November 14, 2025, at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, I want to say this from the depth of my heart: “Without you, there’d be no me,” he wrote.
“This journey has been more than music; it has been a story of faith, love, resilience, and unity. I thank God for the grace to still stand, still sing, and still love.
“This celebration is for every single person who has ever been a part of this story. I am because you believed.
“With love, humility, and eternal gratitude.”
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