Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th Grammy Awards.

Her song Love Me JeJe earned her the victory, surpassing strong competition from Tomorrow by Yemi Alade, MMS by Asake featuring Wizkid, Sensational by Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay, and Higher by Burna Boy.

This achievement marks Tems’ second Grammy win.

Last year, South African artist Tyla made history by securing the inaugural award in this category with her hit song Water.

At this year’s Grammys, Tems received three nominations, bringing her career total to eight.

In addition to her win, she was nominated for Best Global Music Album for Born in the Wild and Best R&B Song for Burning.

The 67th Grammy Awards ceremony was held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday.

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards

Best African Music Performance

• Asake & Wizkid – MMS
• Burna Boy – Higher
• Chris Brown Featuring Davido & Lojay – Sensational
• Tems – Love Me JeJe – WINNER
• Yemi Alade – Tomorrow

Best Global Music Album

• Antonio Rey – Historias de un Flamenco
• Ciro Hurtado – Paisajes
• Matt B & Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Alkebulan II – WINNER
• Rema – Heis
• Tems – Born in the Wild

Best R&B Song

• Coco Jones – Here We Go (Uh Oh)
• Kehlani – After Hours
• Muni Long – Ruined Me
• SZA – Saturn – WINNER
• Tems – Burning

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When pop icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, revealed that his marriage to actress and reality star Annie Macaulay had come to an end, it ignited a whirlwind of speculation, accusations, and emotions.

This marks the collapse of a relationship once admired by many. TOFARATI IGE takes a deep dive into the tumultuous story behind their marriage, tracing its rise, struggles, and eventual unraveling.

The Announcement

On Sunday, January 26, 2025, 2Baba shocked fans with the news of his separation from Annie, his wife of nearly 12 years.

In a brief post shared on social media, he announced that they had been living apart for a while and had initiated divorce proceedings.

He wrote, “Hello to my beautiful people of all federations. Well, this thing I have to say is short but also long…I and Annie Macaulay have been separated for a while now. And currently filed (sic) divorce…I would grant a press release soon to say my story…not because it is anyone’s right to know about my personal life; but because I love my people and I need them to know my innocence or offense. Stay blessed, my people. I love you all.”

Though the post was later deleted, with claims that his account had been hacked, the singer later released a video confirming that he was indeed behind the original announcement.

The Back-and-Forth

According to a source close to the couple, there was internal discontent within 2Baba’s team regarding the timing of the announcement. As a result, some members of his team tried to manage the situation by suggesting his account had been hacked.

However, 2Baba soon addressed the matter personally, stating he had made the original post.

The source claimed that those familiar with the family dynamics were not entirely surprised by the announcement, as the couple had faced ongoing challenges.

“They’ve been patching things up for some time, but things have not been great for a while now,” the source said. “Some people on his team wanted him to avoid posting, but he made the decision anyway.”

Teebillz Speaks Out

Teebillz, former husband and manager of Tiwa Savage, weighed in on the situation in an interview, offering a perspective on the pressures 2Baba faced in his marriage.

He likened the situation to a pressure cooker, saying, “2Baba is a pipe that’s been withstanding pressure for so long until he could not take it anymore.”

The Rise to Fame: 2Baba and Annie’s Early Years

Before the drama, 2Baba (formerly 2Face) was a rising star. With his smooth voice and boyish charm, he became a heartthrob for many.

His debut solo album, Face 2 Face, launched his superstardom, with “African Queen” becoming a global hit and solidifying his status as a sex symbol.

It was also through the video for “African Queen” that the world first learned of his relationship with Annie Macaulay, a budding actress.

The pair seemed inseparable, with rumors circulating that Annie was 2Baba’s first love, and the two had been together since she was a teenager.

Many assumed that marriage was an inevitable step, especially considering how Annie had supported his career from the beginning.

The Baby Mama Drama

However, their relationship soon became the subject of public scrutiny when tabloids reported that 2Baba had fathered children with other women, including makeup artist Pero Adeniyi and Sunmbo Adeoye.

Despite these challenges, Annie stood by him, and the couple’s love story took several unexpected turns.

By the time 2Baba married Annie in 2013, he had fathered six children with three different women. While some admired Annie for sticking with him, others criticized the singer for his extramarital affairs.

His wedding to Annie seemed like a happy resolution to their tumultuous story, with two lavish ceremonies—one in Nigeria and another in Dubai—celebrating their union.

The Cracks Begin to Show

Despite the fairy-tale wedding, the cracks in their marriage soon became apparent. Tensions rose, especially over 2Baba’s past relationships with his baby mamas.

Though co-parenting seemed to be working, Annie reportedly kept a watchful eye on Pero, and rumors of their tension flared.

In 2015, a viral picture of 2Baba kissing Pero sparked fresh tension. Annie addressed the situation publicly, insisting that the moment didn’t threaten her relationship, but it was clear that the strain was building.

A Reunion and New Revelations

In 2018, a surprising moment of reconciliation occurred when Annie and Pero embraced each other in a heartfelt video, with 2Baba visibly emotional.

Yet, despite this gesture, the peace was short-lived. In September 2021, Annie made another explosive social media post, accusing 2Baba of lying about his trip to the U.S. and staying with Pero.

She wrote, “What kind of man takes his kids to Disney and spends nights in the same apartment with his kids and their mother?” She expressed her frustration over her husband’s interactions with Pero, saying, “You can do better. Everything I do is to show the good human that you are.”

Pero, in turn, denied the accusations, saying that she had not seen 2Baba during his U.S. visit. She also revealed that she had distanced herself from him due to the ongoing drama, which led her to sue Annie for defamation.

Family Tensions and Public Fallout

As tensions escalated, family members also became involved. 2Baba’s brother accused Annie of mistreating his family, claiming that she had been hostile toward them and kept him away from his loved ones.

Annie later apologized publicly for her outbursts, expressing regret for any pain caused.

However, the damage was already done. Annie’s brother, Wisdom, also posted troubling videos, accusing her of introducing him to drugs and being manipulative.

Although he later retracted the claims, stating that they were fueled by depression, the revelations further strained the family dynamic.

The Role of ‘Young, Famous & African’

In the wake of their separation announcement, some suggested that Annie’s appearance on the reality show Young, Famous & African had contributed to the breakdown of their marriage.

The show highlighted personal struggles, and some viewers speculated that Annie’s behavior on the show indicated deeper issues.

Annie herself shared her frustrations on the show, saying, “It’s all pain, hurt…but, like I always say, the good times are so much more. And I have forever with him to make up for the bad times.”

The Aftermath: A Troubled Future

Following 2Baba’s post about their separation, rumors spread that Annie was in a rehabilitation center, battling drug addiction. Sources close to her claimed that 2Baba’s actions had taken a toll on her mental health.

In response, media personality Toke Makinwa expressed her dismay over 2Baba’s decision to go public with the news, writing, “This is wrong on all levels, and you should be ashamed of yourself for bringing this here.”

The end of 2Baba and Annie’s marriage marks a deeply painful chapter in their story, one filled with love, conflict, and public scrutiny. Only time will reveal what lies ahead for the once-admired couple.

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