The relationship between Nollywood actress Annie Idibia and music legend Innocent “2Face” Idibia has long captured the hearts of Nigerians.
A love story that began when Annie was just 15 and 2Face was 24 is now at a crossroads, as the iconic couple faces separation after over a decade of marriage.
Annie and 2Face first met at Even Ezra Studios, an encounter that Annie has described as serendipitous and deeply meaningful.
Their innocent friendship grew into a romance that endured both joy and heartbreak. Annie recalled the spark of their first meeting, saying,
“The moment our eyes met at Even Ezra Studios many years ago, I knew you were the one for me. Innocent is an extraordinary being. Even now, I still see the same man I met back then, so full of life and optimism.”
Born in Ibadan and raised in Lagos, Annie overcame personal challenges, including her parents' divorce, to achieve success. She pursued her education in Computer Science and Theatre Arts at Lagos State University and the University of Lagos, becoming a model and actress.
Annie’s talent shone in films like Pleasure and Crime and Blackberry Babes and in her role as a runner-up in the “Queen of All Nations” beauty pageant. She also gained widespread fame after appearing in the music video for 2Face’s iconic song, African Queen.
2Face, a celebrated music icon, is the father of seven children from Annie and other relationships. Their blended family has been a source of both joy and strain, with Annie openly sharing the pain of sharing her husband with other women.
“It is painful and it hurts,” she admitted in an interview. “But the good times are so much more than the bad, and I still have forever to spend with him.”
The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony in Dubai on May 2, 2012. Their wedding, a glamorous affair attended by close family and friends, was widely celebrated in the media.
Despite the challenges, Annie and 2Face renewed their vows on their 10th wedding anniversary, with Annie sharing on social media, “Yes fam, a guy (2Baba) and I renewed our vows. It was intimate, but we wanted to share it with the world.”
However, their journey has taken a shocking turn. After years of public declarations of love and resilience, 2Face recently announced plans for divorce, leaving fans and family stunned.
The separation has sparked mixed reactions online, with many expressing disappointment and calling for reconciliation.
As Nigerians reflect on their once-inspiring love story, the fate of Annie and 2Face Idibia’s relationship remains uncertain.
Despite the challenges, their journey stands as a testament to the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the pressures of fame.