2Baba and Annie Idibia’s Divorce

by Abigail Agbottah

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has announced his separation from his wife of 13 years, actress and entrepreneur Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The news, which initially surfaced in a now-deleted Instagram post, has left fans in shock, given the couple’s long history of overcoming challenges together.

2Baba and Annie Idibia’s Divorce

On January 26, 2025, 2Baba took to Instagram to reveal that he and Annie had been separated for a while and had recently filed for divorce. The post, though swiftly deleted, was later reaffirmed in a live video where he admitted that the separation was real, contradicting earlier claims that his account had been hacked.

He wrote:


Hello to my beautiful people of all federations. Well, this thing I have to say is short but also long… Annie and I have been separated for a while now and have recently filed for 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. Stay blessed, my people. I love you all.

For many, the news came as a devastating surprise. Despite the well-documented struggles in their marriage, 2Baba and Annie had always seemed to find their way back to each other. To fans, they were the ultimate love story, one that had endured infidelity, public drama, and family disputes, yet stood the test of time.

Love, Scandals, and a Marriage on the Rocks

2Baba and Annie’s relationship has never been a simple one. Their love story dates back to their early years, long before 2Baba became the global star he is today. However, their journey together has been anything but smooth.

Annie, in many emotional public moments, has shared the pain and struggles of being married to a man who had children with other women.

  • Infidelity and Trust Issues
    In September 2021, Annie took to Instagram in a now-infamous late-night post, calling out 2Baba over his continued relationship with his ex, Pero Adeniyi, the mother of three of his children. She accused him of spending nights at Pero’s home under the guise of visiting his kids.
    • Annie’s Emotional Breakdown on Reality TV
      In March 2022, Annie appeared on Netflix’s reality show Young, Famous & African, where she broke down in tears while discussing 2Baba’s past infidelity. She revealed how she had met him first, yet ended up being the mother of his fifth child after four other women had already had kids for him.
      When you meet someone, then you know them first, and then you wake up to find out that different people are having babies for him… my first child is his fifth,” she said, describing the humiliation she had endured.

Annie Idibia’s Mental Health Struggles Amid Divorce

Following the divorce announcement, a popular journalist/blogger reported that Annie’s mental health had taken a severe hit, possibly due to the emotional toll of the separation. While Annie has not publicly commented on the issue, fans have expressed concern, recalling past moments where she openly struggled with the pressure of being 2Baba’s wife.

This raises a larger conversation about mental health in high-profile relationships, especially in the entertainment industry. The constant scrutiny, public judgment, and online narratives can add layers of emotional distress that go beyond the typical challenges of marriage.


The End of an Era—What’s Next?

With 2Baba and Annie officially heading for divorce, fans are left wondering:

  • Did love fail, or was love simply not enough?
  • Can relationships survive the pressures of fame, past mistakes, and public scrutiny?
  • At what point should a person walk away for their peace and well-being?

While their marriage may be ending, their story remains a reminder that love is not always enough to sustain a relationship, especially one tested by years of challenges and emotional wounds.

As they both move forward separately, one thing is certain—this marks the end of an era for one of Nigeria’s most talked-about celebrity couples.

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