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February 13, 2025
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Celebrities, Nigerian react to 2Baba's engagement to Edo Lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru

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The news of Nigerian music legend, 2Baba's engagement to his new lover, Natasha Igbinedion Osawaru, has sparked mixed reactions from celebrities and Nigerians.

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has remained at the center of public discourse following his engagement to Edo lawmaker Natasha Igbinedion Osawaru, shortly after confirming the end of his 13-year marriage to actress Annie Idibia.

2Baba's engagement to Natasha, which was captured in a viral video, has sparked widespread reactions from celebrities, media personalities, political figures and Nigerians.

Morayo Afolabi-Brown criticizes 2Baba for deserting Annie

Popular media personality and host of Your View on TVC, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, strongly criticized 2Baba for walking away from his marriage with Annie Idibia. She insisted that the singer should not be allowed to “go scot-free” after leading Annie into marriage and then abandoning her.

According to Morayo, societal pressure might have played a role in 2Baba staying in the marriage for as long as he did, but she believes that his public display of affection for Natasha raises serious concerns about his past commitment. Her stance has since sparked debates online, with some Nigerians supporting her argument, while others maintain that 2Baba has the right to move on.

Dr. Penking highlights why 2Baba chose Natasha Over Annie

Popular X influencer and medical professional, Dr. Penking, has offered an analysis of why 2Baba may have chosen to settle down with Natasha Osawaru instead of staying with Annie Idibia.

According to him, Natasha’s high level of education and strong political standing make her an ideal partner for the singer. He described her as an “already-made woman” who does not rely on a man’s influence to build her identity but has instead established a successful career for herself.

Dr. Penking further opined that 2Baba’s choice proves that education triumphs over what he termed “baddie vibes,” indirectly suggesting that Natasha’s accomplishments played a role in the singer’s decision to propose to her. His comments, however, have drawn mixed reactions, with some Nigerians questioning the comparison between Natasha and Annie.

Lawyer Inibehe Effiong calls out Nigerians for misplaced priorities

Amid the ongoing media frenzy surrounding 2Baba’s love life, human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has expressed disappointment over how Nigerians have become overly fixated on celebrity relationships rather than pressing national issues.

Taking to social media, he lamented that Nigerians have been “distracted by multiple dramas” while significant issues, such as the recent hike in data prices by telecommunications companies, are being ignored.

“Nigerian celebrities are keeping us busy and distracted with their personal issues and controversial lives while the situation in the country is worsening,” Effiong tweeted. He also noted that MTN’s data price increase has not received sufficient backlash because people are too engrossed in discussions about 2Baba’s marital affairs.

Presidential aide Gimba Kakanda warns of cyber-bullying against Natasha

Gimba Kakanda, a presidential aide, has weighed in on 2Baba’s public display of affection for Natasha, warning that the singer’s decision to announce his love interest so soon after his divorce could subject Natasha to intense cyber-bullying.

“With his divorce still fresh and some virtual in-laws baying for his blood, I doubt this is the best time for 2Face Idibia to advertise his new or next love interest,” Kakanda stated. He added that Natasha might have anticipated or even welcomed the attention, but the backlash from social media could be overwhelming.

DPA Family Law Clinic: '2Baba handled things the right way'

A legal team affiliated with May Edochie, DPA Family Law Clinic, offered a contrasting opinion, commending 2Baba for his approach to the separation. Comparing his situation to that of actor Yul Edochie, who took a second wife without informing his first, the law firm praised 2Baba for officially ending his marriage before pursuing another relationship. They noted that he did not attempt to justify his actions with cultural excuses, such as a sudden embrace of polygamy.

Public reaction and speculation

While some fans and supporters have congratulated 2Baba on his engagement, others have criticized him for moving on too quickly. Many have also speculated about whether Natasha is expecting a child for the music icon, further fueling discussions about their relationship.

As the saga continues to unfold, one thing remains clear—2Baba’s love life has once again become a national conversation, drawing strong opinions from both celebrities and the general public. Whether the couple will withstand the storm of public scrutiny remains to be seen.

Reactions from Nigerians following 2Baba's engagement to Natasha below:

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