Nigerian music legend Innocent ‘2Face’ Idibia has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry with a definitive confirmation of his impending divorce from actress Annie Idibia, marking a dramatic turn in their 13-year marriage. The announcement, which came through a series of social media posts on Sunday, has left fans bewildered, especially given recent displays of marital harmony from the couple.
The “African Queen” hitmaker took to Instagram with an initial post announcing their separation, revealing that the couple had been living apart for some time. While speculation arose about possible unauthorized access to his social media account, 2Face quickly dispelled these rumors with a video confirmation, assertively stating that he personally authored all posts regarding the separation.
The timing of this announcement has particularly stunned followers, as it comes mere days after Annie Idibia shared intimate moments from their “Detty December” celebrations. In those recent posts, Annie had defiantly addressed critics of their relationship, highlighting their impressive journey of 25 years of friendship and 13 years of marriage. Her passionate defense of their union makes the current development even more surprising to observers.
The marriage has weathered significant public storms before, notably in 2021 when Annie publicly accused 2Face of maintaining an inappropriate relationship with Pero Adeniyi, his first baby mama. That crisis appeared to resolve itself, with 2Face making a public apology in 2023 and even stepping down from his self-proclaimed role model status in a gesture of accountability.
Annie’s previous public declarations about their relationship had painted a picture of deep emotional connection. She had described 2Face as not just her partner but her “home, rest, heart, and safe place,” expressions that now stand in stark contrast to the current situation. As of now, Annie has maintained silence regarding the divorce announcement, leaving fans and media speculating about her perspective on these developments.
Their relationship history spans decades, starting as a friendship before blossoming into romance and eventually marriage. The couple’s journey has been marked by both significant achievements and public challenges, often playing out in the spotlight of Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Their union has produced two daughters, adding to 2Face’s larger family that includes children from previous relationships.
The couple’s relationship has often been seen as a testament to endurance in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, where celebrity marriages frequently face intense public scrutiny. Their ability to overcome previous challenges had earned them admiration from fans who saw their relationship as an example of commitment and resilience in the face of adversity.
2Face’s promise to eventually share more details about the separation has left many wondering about the circumstances that led to this decision. The contrast between Annie’s recent celebratory posts about their relationship and the current situation raises questions about the timeline of events leading to this announcement.
This development marks a significant moment in Nigerian entertainment history, given both parties’ status as industry veterans. 2Face’s legendary music career and Annie’s successful acting career have made them one of Nigeria’s most prominent celebrity couples, and their separation represents the end of an era in Nigerian entertainment.
As the situation continues to unfold, the entertainment industry and fans await further details that 2Face has promised to share. The silence from Annie’s camp adds another layer of complexity to the unfolding narrative, leaving many questions unanswered about this unexpected turn in what had appeared, at least publicly, to be a reconciled relationship.
