Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, celebrated his 51st birthday with a star studded gathering in Lagos that also featured the unveiling of his upcoming album.
The celebration took place at the Balmoral Event Centre in Victoria Island and brought together family members, industry colleagues, former associates and other guests from Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
2Baba Combines Birthday With Album Celebration
The event served as both a birthday dinner and an album listening party, giving guests an early look at 2Baba’s forthcoming music project.
The singer also used the occasion to introduce another part of his growing brand, making the evening more than just a birthday celebration.
2Baba’s actual birthday was September 18, while the larger celebration was held the following weekend in Lagos.
New Song ‘Mental’ Featuring Fave Unveiled
One of the major highlights of the night was the unveiling of 2Baba’s new song, “Mental,” featuring Nigerian singer Fave.
The song is expected to form part of his forthcoming album, The Oldest Young Man, which 2Baba revealed will contain 15 tracks.
According to the report, the album is expected to be released in about two months.
Music Stars Turn Up for 2Baba
The celebration attracted several familiar names from the Nigerian music industry.
Kenny Ogungbe and Dayo “D-One” Adeneye, who signed 2Baba after the breakup of Plantashun Boiz, were among those who honoured the singer.
Other guests included Tony Tetuila, African China, Marvelous Benjy, Fave, Wande Coal, Darey Art Alade, former manager Efe Omorogbe and comedian AY, who hosted the evening.
Kenny Ogungbe Praises 2Baba
Kenny Ogungbe paid tribute to 2Baba during the celebration, highlighting the singer’s contribution to Nigerian music.
He described 2Baba as an important figure in the development of Afrobeats and recalled the different styles the singer explored throughout his career.
D-One also congratulated the music veteran and praised his achievements in the industry.
Family Joins the Celebration
The celebration also had a strong family moment.
2Baba cut his birthday cake surrounded by his five children and his mother, adding a personal touch to an evening largely attended by entertainment industry figures.
With a new album on the way and “Mental” already unveiled, 2Baba’s 51st birthday celebration marked another chapter in his long-running music career.