The Nigerian entertainment industry has been abuzz with the news of 2Baba and wife Annie Idibia‘s separation.
On Sunday, the ‘African Queen’ hitmaker announced that he and Annie had been separated for a while and were filing for divorce.
Barely minutes after the post, the 49-year-old disclosed that his Instagram account was hacked and efforts were being made to regain control of the page.
But in a new video, 2Baba refuted earlier claims that his Instagram account was hacked. He also confirmed his split from Annie, leaving many wondering why he had initially denied the announcement.
In a shocking move on Monday, 2Baba deleted the post announcing his split from Annie, leaving only 12 posts on his Instagram page.
The news of 2Baba and Annie’s split has sparked mixed reactions from fans and celebrities alike. While some have expressed shock and disappointment, others have weighed in on the manner in which the news was shared.
Maraji, a popular skit maker, expressed disappointment with 2Baba’s approach, describing it as “distasteful”.
In a post on her Instastory, the content creator said she felt he didn’t need to bring the matter to social media, knowing that Annie had been subjected to online bashing.
“Na only dem know wetin dem see come decide say dem no do again and that is fair and fine but posting about it knowing how this woman has been tagged ‘most understanding wife’ and then making a video in a berating manner,” she wrote.
“Tuface didn’t have to post about the ending of a marriage that wasn’t even the bane of his online presence. Knowing how she is currently being dragged, he could have just kept it off social media and let the woman heal in peace.
“I am happy she is free now sha, I hope she finds herself and heals quickly. Also why is he announcing it like he won a trophy (so distasteful).”
Uche Elendu, an actress, wondered why the singer made the announcement public, calling it a “betrayal” and “insensitive”. She said she felt that Annie had been wronged, having “left her life for the man she loved”.
“No Love, No Accountability, No Loyalty, No Culture, No Bond, No Memory, No decorum, No respect, No Empathy. I am so disappointed at this betrayal and insensitive public announcement from Tuface,” she wrote.
“At a time like this, love does not count errors. The public do not need this information, you are too big for public validation. A woman that locked in on your mess in the public space, IDGAF what goes on behind us, but what we see, we believe.
“Men will stain your white!!! Most of them forget so fast. Annie left her life for the man she loved, but love has failed her. It is well.”
Toke Makinwa, a media personality, questioned 2Baba’s decision to announce the divorce publicly, emphasizing that the truth will be revealed soon.
Mary Njoku, an actress, cautioned 2Baba to ensure Annie’s well-being, stating that despite their silence out of respect, questions will arise if she’s not properly cared for.
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Jaruma, a socialite, made some controversial comments, claiming that Annie was into hard drugs.
In an Instagram video, she questioned why Annie would have “started taking drugs after getting married and having two children”.
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2Baba and Annie tied the knot in May 2012. They have two children — Olivia and Isabella.
This isn’t the first time the couple’s marriage has faced public scrutiny.
In 2021, Annie publicly called out 2Baba for his alleged infidelity, accusing him of having an affair with his baby mama, Pero Adeniyi.
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