2Baba (formerly 2Face Idibia), whose real name is Innocent Ujah Idibia, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, record producer, and entrepreneur. Born on September 18, 1975, in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, he is one of Africa's most celebrated and influential musicians.

Early Life and Education:

2Baba hails from Idoma ethnic group in Benue State, Nigeria. He attend Mount Saint Gabriel's Secondary School in Makurdi, Benue State. For tertiary education, he enrolled at the Institute of Management & Technology (IMT) in Enugu, where he studied Business Administration and Management. However, he dropped out to focus on his music career.

Music Career:

2Baba began his music career with the band Plantashun Boiz in the late 1990s alongside Blackface (Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo) and Faze (Chibuzor Oji). The group released two albums before disbanding in 2004. After the split, 2Face pursued a solo career and adopted the stage name "2Baba."

Breakthrough Album:

In 2004, he released his debut solo album,"Face 2 Face," which included the massive hit "African Queen." The song gained international acclaim and was featured in the Hollywood movie Phat Girlz, further establishing it him as a global star. Since then as released

Legacy:

2Baba is regarded as a pioneer of modern Afrobeats and has inspired a new generation of African artists. His longevity and consistency in the music industry have solidified his status as a living legend in African music.

Wife, Baby Mamas and Children

2Baba (Innocent Ujah Idibia) has a total of seven children from four women, including his wife. Here’s a breakdown of his baby mamas and children:

a). Natasha Osawaru (current wife)

In February 2025, 2Face publicly confirmed his romantic involvement with Natasha Osawaru, expressing, “Yes, I love her… I want to marry her,” while firmly stating she had no role in his separation from Annie Idibia

b). Annie Macaulay-Idibia (ex wife)

Children:

• Isabella Idibia (born in 2008)
• Olivia Idibia (born in 2014)

Annie is a Nollywood actress and 2Baba’s ex wife. They got married in 2013, and she has often described her relationship with 2Baba as a love story with ups and downs.

c) Pero Adeniyi: (ex girlfriend)

Children

• Ehi Idibia (born in 200
• Innocent Idibia Jr. (born in 2012
• Justin Idibia (born in 2008)

Pero is 2Baba’s first baby mama. She is based in the United States and has three children with him.

d) Sumbo Ajaba-Adeoye (ex girlfriend)

Children

• Nino Idibia
• Zion Idibia

Sumbo is now married to Pastor David Adeoye of Royalty Christian Centre. She has two sons with 2Baba.

Controversies

2Baba (Innocent Idibia) has had his share of controversies over the years, often centered around his personal life and career. Here are some of the most notable ones.

Baby mama Drama: 2Baba’s relationships with multiple women before marrying Annie Macaulay-Idibia have been a source of public scrutiny. His romantic ties to Pero Adeniyi and Sumbo Ajaba-Adeoye, who both had children with him, caused tension in his relationship with Annie. In 2021, a public feud erupted between Annie and Pero after Annie accused 2Baba of secretly meeting Pero while still married to her. This led to heated exchanges on social media, with both families becoming involved.

Marriage Crisis with Annie Idibia: In September 2021, Annie accused 2Baba of infidelity, claiming he was spending time with his baby mama, Pero. The issue escalated when Annie went on social media to vent her frustrations, leading to a brief separation and speculation about divorce which later led to divorce.