Nigerian music star, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has been recognized in his home state.

The Benue-born singer, on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, was appointed as the Technical Adviser to the Governor of Benue State on Entertainment and Community Outreach.

The announcement was made by Governor Hyacinth Alia when the music star, who is currently dating Natasha Osawaru, paid him a visit in his office.

The governor commended 2Baba for consistently supporting his administration and for using his global influence to promote peace and development.

The governor said,

"Let me thank you very uniquely for supporting my administration and for propelling me for 2027. And I feel it will not be out of place at all because you are a guru of entertainment."

Highlighting the singer’s wide-reaching impact, the governor added,

"Once you say 2Face, people stand dancing, even without a song. So we are happy you're here."
Governor Alia explained that the appointment is meant to deepen the state's collaboration with the entertainment industry, tap into 2Baba’s wealth of experience, and create new opportunities for young creatives in Benue.

He added,

"On behalf of the state government and our very good people, we want to give you some more responsibility, plus the ones you have been doing, because you have the capacity to do some more and help us chart the way forward.
"We want to improve other people's lives and to gain more from your wisdom and advisement as well."

The appointment has, however, stirred mixed reactions online. While some congratulated the music legend, others questioned the timing and relevance of the move, especially considering the security challenges facing Benue State.

See some reactions below

@akomscopy wrote: "Mtchewww nothing has changed."

@SemiNigerian said: "At least, he’d get very busy."

@Broken native fumed:"Herds men Dey kill una see appointment way u Dey make."

@VeraBold commented: "Congrats to 2Baba, but the governor should focus more on security biko!"

@RealTessy said: "Finally someone who knows the streets will advise them. Good move!"

@blaq_chi added: "2Baba deserves this. His love for Benue people is genuine."

@nueljay sarcastically wrote: "Maybe he can sing away the herdsmen too."

@BenueSon said: "Better 2Baba than some recycled politicians. Give it a chance."