Legendary Nigerian singer 2Baba has addressed the swirling rumors about his alleged disappearance and supposed kidnapping, weeks after his mother’s emotional outcry made headlines. The singer, who has been a figure of national interest for decades, was thrust back into the spotlight after his family raised alarms about his whereabouts, with some reports suggesting that he had been kidnapped by his alleged new lover, Natasha Osawaru. This caused a significant stir among his fans and the media alike.
It will be recalled that the singer’s family recently raised alarm over his whereabouts, with his mother appearing in a viral video, tearfully accusing his rumored new lover, Natasha, of kidnapping him. The clip stirred nationwide concern and speculation about the singer’s well-being, even though he had been sighted at a few public events [/b]since then. His mother’s passionate plea in the video created a wave of confusion and speculation, leading many to believe that something was seriously amiss. The widespread nature of the rumors saw 2Baba’s disappearance trending on social media for days, fueling further chatter and concern about his safety.
Now, 2Baba has publicly reacted to the controversy in his signature laid-back and humorous style. While performing at a recent comedy show hosted by comedian Acapella, the music icon addressed the matter sarcastically. With his characteristic wit and charm, he made light of the situation, offering a comedic spin to the crisis. “Allegedly, I have been missing. Allegedly, I have been kidnapped. So as we come Acapella show, this show is to generate money for the kidnappers to release me,” he quipped, drawing laughter from the crowd. His response was intended to defuse the tension surrounding the matter, showing his ability to maintain humor despite the allegations and rumors surrounding him. Despite the lighthearted approach, it remains unclear whether the singer was genuinely responding to his family’s concerns or simply making a playful remark to downplay the situation.
As of now, neither 2Baba nor his family has issued an official clarification on the initial “missing person” claims or the role of his alleged lover, Natasha, in the controversy. This lack of a clear statement from the family has only fueled further speculation, with fans eagerly awaiting an official response to put the rumors to rest. Some social media users have expressed their doubts about the legitimacy of the initial claims, while others continue to support 2Baba, seeing his humorous response as a way to protect his privacy amid the media frenzy.
The singer’s lighthearted reaction has certainly brought attention to the issue, and as always, his fans are divided, with some expressing relief over his well-being, while others still question the motives behind the earlier claims. In the coming days, it remains to be seen whether 2Baba will offer any further clarification or if his family will address the situation in more detail.
Watch the video below …
“Allegedly, I have been missing. Allegedly, I have been kidnapped”
2face ‘2Baba’ Idibia responds to claims by his family. https://t.co/0ObEimOwPz pic.twitter.com/gooYJLyC2i
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