Annie Macaulay has reportedly returned from rehab
Following reports that she was confined to rehab due to issues related to her divorce, Annie, the embattled wife of Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has officially dropped the surname “Idibia.”
The popular Nigerian actress returned online after a lengthy break, amid rumours that she had been battling health issues.
Reports claimed that her deteriorating mental state skyrocketed after her husband divorced her, a situation that landed her in rehab.
Since then, numerous well-wishers have been sending prayers for her recovery, strength, and a fresh start.
Many have described her marriage as toxic, hoping that she can move on from the challenges she faced.
2Baba, in all of these, has been publicly declaring his intentions to marry his new partner, with whom he currently resides and frequently flaunts on social media.
Amid these developments, Annie has made a comeback, signalling that she’s ready for a fresh start.
First, she went to Instagram and deleted all her posts.
Then, she published a heartfelt message thanking everyone for their immense support during her difficult times.
She then signed off with her original name, “Annie Uwana Macaulay,” instead of “Idibia.”
She wrote: “To my family, to my friends who came through for me, the support system I have now, all my amazing family here and all over the world. God bless you for the outpouring of love. I appreciate every single one of you, and I do not take any of it for granted. May the universe continue to be in your favor. God bless you all. Lots of love, Annie Uwana Macaulay.”
Her post has since garnered over 200,000 likes and 40,000 comments from netizens, many of whom are excited to see her moving on.
Her colleagues around the world have flooded the comment section, expressing their joy at seeing her pick up the pieces of her life.
2Baba’s divorce announcement
On January 26, 2025, 2Baba took to his Instagram stories to state that he and Annie have been separated for some time and have now officially filed for divorce.
He wrote, “Hello to my beautiful people of all federations. Well, this thing I have to say is short but also long… Annie Macaulay and I have been separated for a while now, and we’ve currently filed for divorce.”
“I will grant a press release soon to share my story. Not because it is anyone’s right to know about my personal life, but because I love my people and I need them to know my innocence or offense. Stay blessed, my people. I love you all,” he added.
The couple’s 12-year marriage has been in the public eye, particularly with claims of infidelity involving 2Baba.
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