Actress Annie Macaulay has officially confirmed her divorce from music legend Innocent “2Baba” Idibia during the 17th Headies Awards ceremony, held on Sunday night. After months of silence surrounding the topic, Annie finally addressed the situation while co-presenting the Best Afrobeat Singer of the Year award alongside Farooq Oreagba, the widely admired “King of Steeze” from the 2024 Ojude Oba festival.
While introducing herself on stage, Annie stumbled slightly, initially saying her married name before quickly correcting herself. “Annie Idi… Oh! Sorry, Annie Macaulay. Hey, single ladies!” she declared, sparking loud cheers and applause from the audience. Her lighthearted comment signaled her return to her maiden name and officially marked her new chapter.
This public confirmation follows subtle hints Annie had previously shared. In March 2025, she made a quiet comeback to social media, signing off her posts as Annie Uwana Macaulay—conspicuously dropping the Idibia name—shortly after 2Baba announced their separation.
The former couple, who share two children, finalized their divorce in January 2025. Since the split, 2Baba has moved on quickly. He proposed to Natasha Osawaru, a prominent Edo State lawmaker, and subsequently introduced her to his family and kinsmen in Benue State. These developments have fueled widespread speculation about an upcoming wedding.
Annie Macaulay’s confirmation at such a high-profile event not only brought clarity to ongoing rumors but also highlighted her readiness to embrace a fresh start. Meanwhile, fans continue to show support for both stars as they move forward.
