The ongoing marital saga between iconic Nigerian singer Innocent '2Baba' Idibia and his wife, Natasha, has taken a dramatic legal turn, sparking intense debate online. A document allegedly filed by the Idibia family to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), petitioning for intervention, has gone viral, prompting strong reactions from netizens questioning the singer's autonomy.
Family Steps In With Serious Allegations
The controversy deepened when a petition, purportedly from 2Baba's parents, surfaced on social media. The document, addressed to the office of the Inspector General of Police, calls for official intervention into the singer's marriage. It lists six major allegations against Natasha, including claims of domestic abuse, violation of marriage laws, unlawful possession of 2Baba's properties, and exerting control over his finances. This move comes shortly after 2Baba himself released a video assuring the public of his well-being, a statement that had already fueled speculation about trouble in the union.
Netizen Asks: 'Is 2Baba a Child?'
The family's decision to involve the police became the focal point of online discussion. A Nigerian lady, using the X (formerly Twitter) handle @veehky, voiced a sentiment that resonated with many. She expressed bewilderment that the family of a 50-year-old man would petition authorities on his behalf. "Wahala. So 2Baba don finally become 1Baba because tell me how his family is petitioning Natasha," she wrote. She emphasized the singer's age and capability, asking pointedly, "This son of theirs, is he a kid??? We are talking about someone of 50 years, omohhhhhh." Her post questioned why 2Baba could not handle his personal matters independently.
Social Media Erupts With Mixed Reactions
The viral petition and the ensuing commentary have triggered a flood of reactions across social media platforms, with users drawing comparisons to the singer's past marital issues with his former partner, Annie Idibia.
@priscanall hinted at the seriousness of the allegations: "Natasha don buy full market? Idibia fam dragging her to IG for drugs & assaults."
@thebiggirlcheck noted: "Looks like 2Baba finally found his equal. Natasha is giving him everything Annie had to deal with."
@0xidan echoed the age critique: "People go think say 2face na 19 years, dem no go say na 50 years old man."
Others, like @olorogun_ugh, focused on Natasha's public role as a lawmaker, suggesting the scandal contradicts her duty to uphold family values.
The online frenzy was further fueled by a recently circulated video where Natasha attempted to hold 2Baba's hand in public, only for him to pull away—a moment many interpreted as a sign of underlying tension. This incident, combined with the police petition, has turned the couple's private life into a very public spectacle, raising questions about family boundaries, celebrity privacy, and personal agency.
