Actress Annie Macaulay publicly confirmed her divorce from musician Innocent “2Baba” Idibia during the 17th Headies Awards ceremony held on Sunday night.

The movie star, who had been silent on the matter for months, finally reacted while co-presenting the award for Best Afrobeat Singer of the Year alongside Farooq Oreagba, popularly celebrated as the “King of Steeze” from the 2024 Ojude Oba festival.

While introducing herself on stage, Annie stumbled over her married name before quickly correcting it, signaling her return to her maiden name.

“Annie Idi… Oh! Sorry, Annie Macaulay. Hey, single ladies!” she said, prompting cheers and applause from the audience.

The confirmation follows signs earlier this year when Annie reappeared on social media in March — nearly two months after 2Baba announced their separation — and signed off with her full name, Annie Uwana Macaulay, notably dropping Idibia.

Annie and 2Baba, who have two children, officially ended their marriage in January 2025 after the singer publicly disclosed their split.

Since then, 2Baba has proposed to Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru and introduced her to his family and kinsmen in Benue State, fueling speculation about an impending wedding.

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Music legend 2Baba, formerly known as 2Face Idibia, and Hon. Natasha Irobosa Osawaru, are set to hold their traditional marriage ceremony today ( Friday) in Benin City, the capital of Edo State.

Earlier, on April 9, 2025, Hon. Natasha officially adopted the Idibia surname during a plenary session of the Edo State House of Assembly, where she represents the Egor State Constituency.

Following this, and in line with Idoma cultural tradition, 2Baba formally introduced his wife, Hon. Natasha Osawaru, to the paramount ruler of the Idoma Kingdom.

The introduction took place on Monday, April 21, during the Idoma Security and Unity Symposium at the Och’Idoma Palace in Otukpo, located in Benue South Senatorial District.

2Baba also introduced Natasha to the Governor of Benue State, Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

During the meeting, Governor Alia appointed the music icon as his Technical Advisor on Entertainment.

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has appointed renowned music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as Tuface, as his Special Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach.

The announcement was made on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by Tuface and his wife, Natasha, to the Benue State Government House in Makurdi.

Welcoming the couple and their delegation, Governor Alia praised Tuface for his outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry and his positive representation of Benue State.

“Let me thank you sincerely for supporting my administration and for helping project it as we look ahead to the future,” the Governor said.

“It’s no exaggeration to say that when people hear the name Tuface, they start dancing—even before the music plays.”

Governor Alia continued, “On behalf of the Benue State Government and the good people of our state, we are happy to entrust you with even greater responsibility.

You have the capacity to do more, and we believe your wisdom and influence will help improve lives across our communities.”

“I am pleased to officially announce your appointment as Technical Adviser to the Governor on Entertainment and Community Outreach,” he concluded.