Nigerian music icon Innocent 2Baba Idibia and his fiancée, Honourable Natasha Osawaru, have officially formalized their union through traditional marriage rites in Benue State. The ceremony, which took place on April 25, 2025, was a significant cultural event that blended Idoma traditions with Edo heritage.
In a video that has since gone viral, Natasha was seen adorned in an Idoma outfit, her face partially veiled, as she was escorted to meet 2Baba’s family. Traditional dancers, also dressed in Idoma attire, accompanied her, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere. The couple’s union was further blessed by the Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, who recently appointed 2Baba as his Technical Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach. The governor expressed his appreciation for 2Baba’s support towards his administration and acknowledged the singer’s capacity to contribute positively to the state’s cultural landscape.
This traditional marriage follows 2Baba’s public proposal to Natasha Osawaru earlier in February 2025, weeks after announcing his separation from his estranged wife, Annie Idibia. In a heartfelt message, 2Baba addressed the public’s speculation, affirming his love for Natasha and emphasizing that she had no involvement in the dissolution of his previous marriage. He described Natasha as a young, brilliant, and amazing young woman and expressed his desire to marry her.
The couple’s journey has been closely followed by fans and the media, with their engagement and subsequent traditional marriage rites sparking widespread discussion. Their union represents a fusion of cultures and a new chapter in both their personal lives.
As 2Baba and Natasha embark on this new journey together, their traditional marriage in Benue State stands as a testament to their commitment and the blending of their rich cultural heritages.
