Veteran Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Baba or 2Face, has once again hinted that his long-talked-about interest in politics is far from over.
The music icon made this known during a recent appearance on The Mic On podcast hosted by Channels TV journalist Seun Okinbaloye, in a video released on Saturday evening.
When asked directly whether his earlier political ambition was still alive, 2Baba answered without hesitation, tying his interest to years of active civic engagement.
“It’s definitely alive, but for me, I’ve always been, how do I put it, I dey participate for the thing, For over so many years, I spearheaded a campaign called ‘Vote No Fight’, and we saw some results at least we didn’t solve the whole problem, but at least helped to sensitize a whole lot of people and we made them to cooperate and behave themselves during elections and I think we need to amplify it more. We need to really be very, very grassroots engagement; it goes a long way. We still see pockets of violence here and there, but at least it is reduced greatly, and we just hope to keep reducing it like that till, I mean, we get a near-perfect type of situation.”
The conversation then took a more pointed turn as Seun asked whether Nigerians should be expecting “Senator Innocent Edibia” or “Governor Innocent Edibia” anytime soon. In response, the singer chose his words carefully.
“I would say let’s keep our fingers crossed on that,” he said.
On the question of whether he might eventually contest Lagos or Benue, 2Baba revealed that he is already involved in governance in an official capacity, having accepted a government appointment.
“Okay, right now, last year, My Excellency appointed me as Technical Advisor. It’s something that I really respect, and I gladly accepted to be part of that. For me, it’s to get that space and then try to do something to contribute something to nation-building, to state-building. That is what I’m about right now. I have appointed myself personally as Nigerian Ambassador everywhere. So, in that light, for me, I just want to be able to, even if it’s 1% of change, 1% of contribution to this country, that is where my head is at, that is where my heart is at. So, to answer your question, we’ll fit run am.”
Clarifying his political alignment, the African Queen crooner stated that he is not a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) but acknowledged that his partner is actively involved in politics.
“But my woman right now is a politician. Honourable Natasha. She’s doing quite well.”
Speaking further on her progress, he added, “She’s good. So, at least, from now on, we will try to do more. They say nah Small, small drop of water dey make ocean.”
2Baba’s renewed comments revive a conversation he first sparked years ago. In April 2018, he told journalists in Lagos that he was preparing to run for political office, stressing that it was time for well-meaning Nigerians to step into governance.
Although he did not disclose the position or political platform at the time, he emphasized the need for patriotic citizens to get involved in shaping the country’s future.
More recently, in April 2025, Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia appointed the singer as Technical Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach. The appointment was announced at the Government House in Makurdi when 2Baba paid the governor a sympathy visit following deadly attacks in parts of the state.
Governor Alia described the singer as a worthy ambassador of Benue State and expressed confidence in his ability to channel his global influence toward meaningful development.
2Baba, who also serves as a Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, reiterated during that visit his commitment to humanitarian work, particularly in supporting displaced persons through his foundation.