Annie Macaulay Makes Quiet Name Change as 2Baba–Natasha Drama Deepens: "Are They Still Married?"

Annie Macaulay Makes Quiet Name Change as 2Baba–Natasha Drama Deepens: "Are They Still Married?"

  • Annie Macaulay quietly reverted her Instagram name to “Annie Idibia,” leaving fans confused
  • Her decision came amid a chaotic week involving 2Baba’s viral handcuff video and a heated outburst
  • Netizens shared mixed theories, with some calling it “rebranding” and others insisting the timing is too suspicious

Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has quietly switched her Instagram display name back to Annie Idibia.

Screenshots circulated within minutes as many tried to decode the meaning behind the move, especially considering the tense situation surrounding her ex-husband, music icon Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, and his current wife, Natasha.

And with everything happening around the Idibia household, the timing couldn’t be more delicate.

Annie Idibia reverts to ex-husband 2baba's name.
Annie Macaulay reverts her Instagram name to “Annie Idibia,” leaving fans confused. Photos: @annieidibia/@2babaidibia/IG.
Source: Instagram

Earlier in the week, a video showing 2Baba being led away with his hands cuffed behind him circulated widely online. In the clip, he appeared calm but confused as voices in the background asked questions that weren’t fully audible.

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The short footage caused concern, with many wondering what exactly happened and why the veteran singer appeared restrained.

Just as the online dust was settling, another dramatic moment unfolded—this time during a live Instagram session hosted by media personality Daddy Freeze.

Viewers immediately noticed loud shouting coming from the background where 2Baba and Natasha were located. Before the livestream abruptly ended, 2Baba was heard asking:

“What is your problem?”

Within seconds, Natasha grabbed the phone, and the screen went dark.

The brief exchange left fans unsettled as they tried to make sense of what was happening behind the scenes.

See the screenshot of Annie's name change here:

Fans debate reason for Annie's name change

Legit.ng compiled the reactions of social media users below:

@kynkies__place shared:

"May be she’s trying to apply for a visa and they need to be sure the name on her passport is the same name she bears on social media. Don’t forget they now check applicants on social media ."

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@matt.olu stated:

"If she gonna benefit more with the idibia name let her use it … there are a lot of ex wives that keep their spouses name after divorce if it’s more beneficial to them or their brand"

@sheila_khayy wrote:

"She doesn’t need to love him to keep his surname. Changing her name after a divorce is hard especially in Nigeria and maybe because most of her documents has “idibia “ in it."

@nailedbybeee.studio commented:

"Did you think it’s easy that is her first love and the father of her kids and we never heard she did any cheat b4 since she has been with him."
Annie Idibia in the midst drama between 2baba and wife, Natasha.
Annie Macaulay's decision came amid a chaotic week involving 2Baba’s viral handcuff video and a heated outburst. Photos: @annieidibia/IG.
Source: Instagram

2Baba, Natasha attend Yvonne Jegede's party

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that 2Baba and Natasha Osawaru were spotted at actress Yvonne Jegede's party in Lagos.

The Nollywood star had thrown the party to mark her 20-year milestone in the movie industry.

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Olaniyi Apanpa (Entertainment Editor) Olaniyi Apanpa is a seasoned journalist with over 6 years of experience in sports, metro, politics, and entertainment reporting. He has written for renowned platforms such as Opera News, Scooper News, The PUNCH, and currently works as a Senior Entertainment Editor at Legit.ng. A graduate of English Education from the University of Lagos. He is also a trained Digital Marketer from the Digital Marketing Institute, Lagos. Contact: olaniyi.apanpa@corp.legit.ng.