Tuface Idibia’s Name Sparks Controversy Again as Lawmaker Drops Osawaru, Takes Idibia

 

The name "Idibia" is once again at the center of a heated social media storm as Natasha Osawaru, the Deputy Majority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, adopts the surname of music icon Innocent ‘2Baba’ Idibia.

Her recent decision to drop "Osawaru" from her Instagram profile and instead identify as "Natasha Idibia" has triggered widespread speculation, intensifying rumors about an undisclosed marriage between her and the legendary singer. This development comes only weeks after 2Baba’s now-ex-wife, actress Annie Macaulay, erased the same surname from her social media accounts following their shocking split.

A Tale of Two Name Changes

It was barely two months ago that Annie Macaulay stunned fans by deleting all posts from her Instagram and removing "Idibia" from her handle. The move was seen as her way of publicly closing the chapter on her 12-year marriage to the beloved Afrobeats star.

Then, in a striking contrast, Natasha Osawaru, the high-profile lawmaker, took a completely different approach. As of Sunday, she has dropped her father’s surname from her social media handle, now officially identifying as "Natasha Idibia" in bold, capital letters.

The move has left fans and social media users in a frenzy, with many questioning whether this is further confirmation of a secret marriage between her and 2Baba. The speculation has been fueled by their recent public appearances and their shopping spree at entrepreneur Seyi ‘Seyivodi’ Adekunle’s boutique, where they confirmed their wedding is set for September.

A Love Story or a Mystery?

Rumors of a romance between Natasha and 2Baba have been circulating for months, and their recent name-switching drama only adds fuel to the fire. The lawmaker’s decision to bear the Idibia surname is a significant move, especially considering that the singer has not publicly announced a new marriage.

Their public outings, including attending Senator Ita Giwa’s 79th birthday party and a visit to the Benin mansion of Natasha’s grandfather, the influential Esama of Benin, Gabriel Igbinedion, suggest that they are far from hiding their connection.

Despite their visibility, the story takes a mysterious twist as 2Baba’s family had previously declared him missing. His absence even led to the filing of a petition with the State Security Service (SSS) to aid in his search. While the singer has since been spotted multiple times in public with Natasha, neither his family nor the SSS has issued a confirmation about his whereabouts.

The Internet Reacts

Predictably, social media has exploded with reactions. While some fans celebrate the lawmaker’s bold decision to embrace the singer’s surname, others question the timing, especially given Annie’s recent separation from 2Baba.

One Twitter user wrote, “First Annie drops Idibia, now Natasha picks it up. Are we witnessing a love triangle or just a dramatic coincidence?”

Another countered, “If they’re getting married, what’s the problem? People move on. 2Baba deserves happiness, and so does Natasha.”

Others, however, remain skeptical, arguing that the singer's silence on the matter makes it unclear whether Natasha's name change reflects a legal union or a personal decision.

What’s Next?

As the September wedding date approaches, one question lingers: Will 2Baba officially confirm his relationship with Natasha Osawaru? Or will the mystery surrounding their connection deepen?

For now, one thing is certain—wherever 2Baba’s name goes, controversy follows.