2Face Idibia has finally addressed viral claims made by his mother that he had been kidnapped—doing so with biting sarcasm and his signature wit during a live performance at the Acapella Comedy Show on April 5, 2025. The Afrobeats legend, who had kept silent on the topic for weeks, turned the stage into his response platform, drawing laughter and surprise in equal measure.
The controversy began when a video of his mother, Mrs. Rose Idibia, surfaced online mid-March. She emotionally claimed her son was missing and had been kidnapped, sparking widespread concern across social media, especially given the tense backdrop of 2Face’s rumored marital crisis. Despite multiple sightings of the singer at public events and social gatherings since then, the video led to rampant speculation.
“I hear say I don kidnap myself,” 2Face said while addressing the crowd mid-performance. “This show na to help me raise money wey I go use pay my kidnappers. Make una support the movement,” he quipped, triggering roars of laughter from the audience. Though he spoke with humor, his words cut into the ridiculousness of the trending claims.
The music icon has not made any official press statement about the viral video or his mother’s unusual outburst, choosing instead to subtly mock the situation while continuing with his appearances and performances. Some insiders close to the family suggest there may be underlying family disagreements fueling the drama, but none have been confirmed.
Sources who attended the Acapella Show in Lagos reported that 2Face appeared calm and energetic throughout his set. His jokes about being “allegedly kidnapped” reportedly formed part of a wider comedic bit about celebrity gossip, public scrutiny, and social media narratives that often spiral out of control.
The incident has divided public opinion, with some fans expressing concern about the mother-son dynamic, while others praised 2Face for maintaining his composure and humor in the face of a potentially damaging rumor. His ability to flip controversy into content once again affirms his veteran status in Nigeria’s entertainment scene.
As the dust settles, questions still linger about the origins of the video and the motivation behind his mother’s claims. Whether it was genuine concern or something more complex remains unclear, but 2Face’s humorous clapback has no doubt stolen the spotlight.
