In a viral video that has captured national attention, Rose Idibia, the mother of veteran singer Innocent—popularly known as 2Face—has launched a public appeal for Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru to “free” her son. Speaking passionately on Thursday evening, Mrs. Idibia implored Nigerian mothers to help her convince the lawmaker to remove the “beads” she claims are holding her son back during a turbulent divorce process.
“My name is Rose Idibia, and I am the mother of 2Face. I am calling on all mothers in Nigeria to join me in urging Miss Natasha Osawaru to free my son,” she said in the video. According to Mrs. Idibia, her son is not in his right frame of mind as he battles through the emotional strains of his separation from his estranged wife, Annie Idibia. “Please, Natasha, the beads you put on his hand and neck—remove them and free him,” she pleaded.
The emotional appeal comes on the heels of a widely circulated video capturing a different side of the unfolding drama. In that clip, 2Face was seen dancing with lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, much to the delight of onlookers, before proceeding to propose to her by presenting a ring, which was followed by a long, affectionate embrace. This public display of affection marked just one day after the singer had confirmed his romantic involvement with Osawaru, fueling rampant speculation on social media.
The revelation of 2Face’s budding relationship with the Edo lawmaker comes amid his ongoing divorce from Annie Idibia. Addressing the swirling rumors, 2Face took to Instagram on Tuesday to clarify that Natasha Osawaru had no role in his marital issues. “Hon. Natasha has been dragged and labelled as a home breaker, but she is a young, brilliant, and amazing woman. I love her, and I want to marry her,” he affirmed, dismissing the baseless allegations linking her to his divorce.
Natasha Osawaru, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, represents the Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly. Elected in April 2023, she has steadily built her profile as a dedicated public servant focused on youth empowerment and community development.
As the controversy continues to swirl, the public debate remains heated. While some celebrate the singer’s newfound romance, others express concern over the personal and professional implications of mixing politics with celebrity lifestyles. For now, 2Face’s mother remains resolute in her plea, calling on her fellow Nigerians to help ensure her son regains his stability amid the personal upheaval.
