Annie Macaulay Rejects Single Mom Label Amid 2Face Split

Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has clarified her personal status following her separation from singer 2Face Idibia, stating she identifies as a single woman raising two children, not as a single mother.

In a post on her Instagram page, Macaulay wrote, “I’m not a single mom. I’m a single woman raising two kids.” Her comments come after 2Face, whose real name is Innocent Idibia, publicly announced the end of their marriage in late January 2025. He stated on social media that he was initiating divorce proceedings, noting the marriage “had not been working for a long time.”

The couple, who married in 2012, share two daughters, Isabella and Olivia. Reports indicate that Annie Macaulay currently has custody of the children. Following 2Face’s announcement, she briefly removed his surname from her social media handles before later reverting to it.

The separation has been played out in the public eye. Weeks after his initial statement, 2Face introduced Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawuru as his new partner. Their 13-year relationship, which included two children, was frequently subject to public scrutiny and rumored challenges before the formal separation.

Annie Macaulay’s specific wording highlights a nuanced personal distinction regarding the terminology used to describe her family structure. While the legal and custodial facts of the separation are established, her public statement frames her role and identity in deliberate terms. The divorce process initiated by 2Face Idibia is expected to proceed through the legal system, with custody and financial arrangements for their two daughters yet to be finalized publicly.

This development continues a high-profile chapter for one of Nigeria’s most famous celebrity couples, whose relationship has been documented by media and fans for over a decade.