2baba and Natasha gift her mother a car — a grand gesture that should’ve stolen the spotlight, but instead, the internet is buzzing for an entirely different reason.
Over the weekend, music legend Innocent Idibia, aka 2baba, accompanied his partner, Edo lawmaker Natasha Akpoti, to her mother’s 60th birthday celebration. As part of the lavish celebration, the couple reportedly surprised her mum with a brand-new car.
In a now-viral video, Natasha’s mum is seen stepping out to receive her birthday gift. The joy on her face was clear as she hugged her daughter and friends in gratitude — but noticeably skipped 2baba, who was standing right beside the car. The awkward moment didn’t go unnoticed by netizens.
Social media erupted with mixed reactions, as many commented on how the music icon seemed almost invisible during the celebration.
See some reactions below:
@anastasia_foods: “Nobody is seeing Tuface here o. Even Natasha’s mama doesn’t look at the guy twice.”
@queenieduru: “The family no even send the guy. Even the mother didn’t hug him.”
@august_9jaa: “Omo, this is a sad watch. Nobody send 2baba for there. Like he was invisible.”
@vivi_world9: “Dem no even hug son-in-law.”
@chezphidellescouture: “2face na spectator for there. I feel sorry for him watching this video.”
@syntolarry02: “Na wa oo. Dey no even rate our legend.”
@ellebullem: “Chai! Tuface is that you? Our legend? This life na wa oh!”
@princess_mayegun: “See Tubaba wey dey command respect with Annie. E reach 6face turn nobody rate am again.”
@annikky11: “See as Tuface dey look like mumu.”
Many fans couldn’t help but draw comparisons between this moment and the respect he once commanded when he was with his ex-wife, Annie Idibia.
Following his split from Annie, 2baba made headlines when he introduced Natasha to traditional rulers in Benue, seeking their blessings. The couple also paid visits to his family, with photos and videos shared online showing Natasha bonding with his mother.
In June, 2baba gifted Natasha a luxury Hermès Birkin bag, which she proudly flaunted while expressing her love for him. At the time, the singer addressed critics who questioned his relationship, stating that he had chosen “peace of mind and true love”. He described Natasha as “a woman of value, dignity, and intelligence.”
