When 2face unveiled his hit song ‘Amaka’ featuring DMW’s Peruzzi, little did we know that it was going to be a major pop song that would light up Nigerian entertainment landscape.
Delivered in a mix of English, Pidgin and Ibibio languages, the tune changes the rhythm of any event whenever it is being played.
The ‘Amaka’ fever has spread like fire and even Cyclone Artemis, a Nigerian Afropop singer couldn’t resist it.
Cyclone Artemis recently did a satirical cover of the song which is fast getting the kind of attention the original version garnered. Even 2face acknowledged her version of the song on his Instagram page.
On what inspired her to do the cover of the song, Cyclone told TNG:” I super loved what 2baba and Peruzzi did with it. I have a knack for doing comic replies to songs that have great themes and story lines.I wrote it in one night, sitting in my bathroom”.
An excited Cyclone couldn’t hide her delight and excitement over how the song has helped her blossoming music career.
“I feel like I am still dreaming. The video has accumulated nearly 1 million streams and views on social media, Youtube and music stores worldwide. My social media followers have doubled in size and I am so thankful to 2baba for putting this girl on. I’m never going to forget this”.
It is rare for you not to find an artiste of this generation who doesn’t adore 2baba, Cyclone is not an exception.
“I have adored 2baba since his Plantashun Boiz days and I can confidently say that his artistry heavily contributes to the foundation of my art. Everything about him spells the word legend and I couldn’t be more thankful that God used him to make a way for me”.
The bubbly singer also noted that she is working on new projects set to dazzle her fans.
“The video to my song “Say Hi Already” is almost done and will be released in a few weeks. I am also working on a new single and an EP”.
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Why I did a cover of 2face’s ‘Amaka’- Cyclone Artemis
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2face, Simi collaborate for ‘Simisola’ deluxe album
Alternative singer Similola Ogunleye a.k.a Simi has gotten her dream collaboration with music legend Innocent Idibia a.k.a 2 Face, 2 Baba or Tu Baba on the release of the ‘Simisola’ deluxe album. The duo came together on the remix of ‘Original Baby’ , part of the original ‘Simisola’ album initially released in 2017.
Simi announced the song’s release on her Instagram page @simplysimi on Wednesday by sharing a snippet of the song with the caption, “Issa legend @official2baba”.
The collaboration comes five years after Simi tweeted about her wish to work with 2 Baba, whose song ‘African Queen’ is regarded as a timeless classic. In 2015, Simi tweeted @Simplysimi, “One day, very soon, I’ll work wichu. Promise RT @2faceidibia: One love 2 all 2baba pples! I hail o. I say without u there will be no me!” The tweet went viral and fans of both musicians appealed for the collaboration to take place between the two musicians who are described as ‘musical powerhouses’.
Although the original ‘Simisola’ album only featured Adekunle Gold on ‘Take Me back’, the Deluxe version contains two collaborations with 2 Baba and renowned producer Sigag Lauren.
The version contains 14 original tracks and two remixes; ‘Original Baby’with 2 Baba and ‘Smile for Me remix’ with Lauren.
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Mo Abudu, 2face, others accompany Osibajo to Hollywood
Nigeria’s Vice president, Yemi Osibajo on Tuesday visited Hollywood during his working visit to the United States. He was accompanied by 2face Idibia, Mo Abudu; Terra Kulture founder, Bolanle Austen Peters; Managing Director of Nigeria Film Corporation, Dr. Chidia Maduekwe; Executive Director of Nigerian Export Promotion Council, Segun Awolowo, and others.
Osinbajo said the visit was an “interactive investment forum with institutions and individuals in Hollywood.”
According to him: “Creativity and talent abound in Nigeria and we are open for business. I met with reps from Universal studios, Warner Bros, 20th Century Fox, IMAX, Disney and a host of others.”
Toyin Adeniji, Executive Director of Bank of Industry, during the investment forum, said “BOI has committed $20m to more than 40 projects in the Nigerian film industry—in infrastructure, distribution, content development etc. The Bank is ready to do, even more, having recently raised about $1bn.”
Dr Dipeolu, Special Adviser to the President on Economic Matters said “We want to promote cooperation between Nigerian & international players, and attract investment to Nigeria. We will be discussing infrastructure, intellectual property protection, etc.”
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The men I dated before were a distraction- Annie Idibia
Annie Idibia, actress and wife to Nigerian musician, 2face has revealed that the men she dated while 2face was with other women, were a distraction.
Annie made this known last night while responding to questions from her fans .
Annie noted that if given another opportunity, she would still pick 2face , addin that the other men were just a distraction.
Annie who made a cameo appearance years back in 2face’s ‘African Queen said though she dated other guys, her heart was always with 2face .
Recall that Annie recounted how she met 2face in the book ‘ Very Good Bad Guy’.
According to her:”The moment our eyes met at Even Ezra Studios many years ago, I knew you were the one for me and I for you. Innocent is an extraordinary being. It really seems like yesterday, (can’t believe he is 40 already) he was 24 and I was 15. And I still see the same man when I look at him. So full of life. So much energy. He is always so optimistic about life. He is never afraid of the next day with the little or nothing he had.”
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COSON Crisis: Troubled 2face calls for NCC intervention
Nigerian music star, 2face Idibia is not happy over the lingering Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSCON) crisis. The revered crooner known for his peaceful mien has called on the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) to intervene.
In a petition addressed to the NCC, the singer stated that Efe Omorogbe and other COSON board members were ‘being harassed, and intimidated’ by the police.
He reacted against the backdrop of the lingering power tussle between Tony Okoroji and Efe Omorogbe, who are both laying claim to the leadership of the body.
The petition addressed to Alam Ezekude, Director-General of NCC, was also sent to Ibrahim Idris, the Inspector-General of police, Senate President Bukola Saraki, Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo and President Muhammadu Buhari.
He wrote: “It is quite unfortunate and disheartening that a simple call for accountability and transparency has degenerated into relentless media attack, harassment and intimidation of the group of people who made the call.
“The personal interest of a few should not supersede the collective interest of generality of members and overall well being of the society.
“I will like to implore you to use your good office to engage the Inspector General of Police with a view to setting the records straight and reversing the embarrassing and dangerous scenario where Mr Efe Omorogbe and Mr Joel Ajayi, chairman and members of the commission-recognised board acting well under the directive of the regulator, are now being harassed, intimidated, demonised and prosecuted by a sister government agency – The Nigerian Police Force.
“COSON is formed and built by the collective efforts of like-minded industry stalwarts, and it will be a shame to see all of the hard work that has gone into building the society, go down the drain.
“Our CMO is under siege and our commonwealth is threatened by Chief Tony Okoroji and his agents who for personal ends, continue to demonstrate deep contempt for regulation and the call for accountability.”
Recall that Audu Maikori, a director on the board of COSON, recently advised Okoroji to let go of power or risk being “disgraced” like Robert Mugabe, Zimbabwe’s dictatorial former president.
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2019: 2face declares interest in elective office
Nigerian pop star, 2face Innocent Idibia has declared his interest in politics
The ‘ African Queen’ sensation however, did not reveal under which political platform and at what level he would be seeking to actualise his political aspiration.
Idibia said he was interested in affecting lives positively and would soon pick up the challenge of a political position.
According to him: “Politics affects everything I do. So, I am definitely going to be interested in politics. I will soon participate as a contestant and speak the truth at all times”, he told NAN.
“I hope and pray that good men will rise up and make a difference in this country, because we need more patriotic people in all aspects of life,” he said.
Also, Idibia called on Nigerians to come to the aid of victims of the herdsmen and farmers clashes.
“There is so much we’ve been saying about this crisis, but nothing much has come the way of the victims.
“We just need more people to support and join hands to continue extending relief materials to affected people.
“This is the most important thing we can now do; bring succour to the victims,” he said.
The musician said people need to be sensitised on safety precautions during times of crisis.
Idibia appealed to the Federal Government to do the needful by ensuring permanent solution to the crisis.
“This thing is going on for too long, repeating itself over and over. There has to be a solution, the victims are not goats they are humans and should be taken care of.
“I feel terrible not because it also happened in Benue State, where I hail from, but because it is also happening almost throughout the federation.
“It does not have to happen to someone you know before you speak up about it,” he said.
2face Idibia is not a greenhorn when it comes to using music as a tool for social change. His discography is embedded with politically charged songs like: ‘For Instance’, and ‘E be like say’.
In ‘For Instance’ the singer croons about the state of the Nigerian nation. The song was popular in its time, became a hit, and was produced by the late OJB Jezreel.
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I had sex with 2face in 2014- Lady declares
Many of 2face’s fans were shocked on Monday after a lady accused him of infidelity.The outburst happened on Instagram after Annie answered a fan who accused her husband of cheating.
The lady known as Akume, told Annie to stop defending her hubby. While they were exchanging comments back and forth, she made a shocking revelation stating that she had sex with 2face sometime in 2014 while they were both in Detroit.
“He cheats all the time, I mean I f*cked him sometime in Detroit back in 2014, so see what you want me to say”she said.
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Police corporal guns down sergeant who spoke to his girlfriend
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2face pays condolence visit to Benue
Nigerian pop star, 2face Idibia on Wednesday paid a condolence visit to his State Governor,Samuel Ortom of Benue state, over the recent herdsmen killings in the state. The African Queen crooner was welcomed by the Governor and members of his cabinet.
On the same day, horrid murders were recorded when suspected herdsmen again unleashed terror on residents of Guma, Logo and Okpokwu Local Government Areas in Benue State, killing five persons in the process.
In recent times 2face has been more involved in lending his voice to issues that affects Nigerians.He has been using his influence and star power to make a difference outside the terrain of entertainment.
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Why I cancelled my #VotenotFight protest- 2face
African Queen sensation, 2face Idibia has stated the reason for cancelling his #VoteNotFight protest. The protest meant to sensitize the electorate on the dangers of a violent election, was expected to hold in 2017.
2face who agreed that a lot of his fans were disappointed as a result of the cancellation, said he does not have any regret terminating the protest.
According to him: “The protest, I had to cancel it, for very genuine reasons. Many people were disappointed and I understand why but at the same time, I don’t know if they were in my shoes at that point in time, what they would have done.
“I don’t regret nothing, I just take it that it was for a good reason and even the cancellation was for a good reason” he told Guardian.
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2face urges Nigerians to protest over #Fuelscarcity
….Nigerians react
Nigerian pop star and entrepreneur, 2face has called on Nigerians to protest over the ongoing fuel scarcity which is going to portend a bleak Christmas.
Despite multiple assurances from government agencies, the scarcity bites harder.
The African Queen crooner took to his Twitter handle to make this known.
2face wrote: “ Make we start campaign make them shut down any filling station wey no wan sell petrol normal”.
2face fuel However Nigerians seem not to be pleased with his utterance, alluding to the fact that 2face backed out during the anti-government protest.
A certain Abbey said: “So that you’ll disappear after gathering people for the protest abi? Abeg bros just face what you’re good at, and don’t start what you cannot finish Don’t coman 2face us again, once beaten, twice shy”.
According to Baby Boy: “Tuface again?After all the noise the coward will take to his heels”.
“Nonsense! when he said he was going match against Buhari, he later backed out. Now na filling stations. Who caused the fuel scarcity if not the “minister of petroleum”.Let him go and complain to that dullard minister of petroleum” Shedrach said
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