Legendary Afrobeats singer, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has issued a heartfelt apology over his recent controversial statement about men not being built to stay with just one woman.
The veteran musician, who had earlier sparked backlash with his monogamy comments during an appearance on the +234 Mzansi Podcast, took to his official Instagram page to address the issue in a candid video.
In an emotional video shared via his official Instagram page, the “African Queen” hitmaker acknowledged the gravity of his words, taking full responsibility and expressing deep remorse.
“I know I f***ed up with what I said, I really really f***ed up… There is no excuse, I own up to what I said. I apologise to my fans and people that hold me in high esteem. This is not me,” he admitted, visibly shaken and reflective.
The singer went on to tender a heartfelt apology to his new wife, Natasha Osawuru, calling her “amazing, wonderful, and smart.” He also extended his regret to his children and young fans, admitting that they didn’t deserve the controversy or disappointment brought by his careless remarks.
“I’m sorry to my wife, the love of my life… And also to my kids and every young person, they don’t deserve this kind of thing I put them into.”
Acknowledging his privileged status in the entertainment industry, 2Baba reflected on the weight of responsibility that comes with being seen as a legend.
“I have been fortunate enough to have people call me a legend. It’s an honour. But this my talk was quite ‘unlegendary’. And for me, I own up to my mistakes.”*
The singer explained that the comment was made “out of cruise” – a Nigerian slang for joking or stirring attention, but he now realizes how damaging and out-of-character it was.
“The amount of messages I have gotten made me see how much people love and respect me… I f***ed up with my statement. It is well.”
Fans have reacted with mixed emotions, some lauding him for his humility and self-awareness, while others continue to express disappointment over the original statement.
2Baba’s apology has reignited conversations about celebrity accountability, the power of influence, and the importance of thinking before speaking, especially in the digital age where words travel fast and deep.
