Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has penned an emotional open letter to commemorate his 25 years in the music industry, expressing gratitude to everyone who has been part of his journey.
In the message titled “Open Letter of Gratitude – 2Baba @ 25 Years in the Industry,” the award-winning artiste reflected on his growth, career highlights, and the people who shaped his success.
He described his musical journey as one filled with “gratitude, memories, lessons, and love.”
“As I stand on the threshold of 25 years in this incredible journey called music, my heart is full of gratitude, memories, lessons, and love. This celebration is not mine alone. It belongs to everyone who played a role in shaping the story of Innocent Idibia, 2Baba,” he wrote.
In his letter, 2Baba acknowledged individuals who played significant roles in his early career, including Nelson Brown, Baba Keke (Kenny Ogungbe), D1 (Dayo Adeneye), Eddie Lawani, and DJ Jimmy Jatt.
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He credited Nelson Brown for discovering and believing in Plantashun Boiz, the group that launched his career alongside Faze and Blackface.
“You were the first to see light in the dream of three young men when no one else believed. You gave us a voice when we barely had a microphone, a space when all we had was a dream,” he said.
2Baba also expressed gratitude to Baba Keke and D1, describing them as mentors who gave him his first professional deal, a decision he said changed not only his life but also the Nigerian entertainment landscape.
“You opened doors that led us from dreams to destiny. We made history together; we won together. You stood as mentors and big brothers, and your names will forever be etched in my story,” he added.
He further thanked Eddie Lawani for providing a platform for Plantashun Boiz to perform at a time when opportunities were limited, noting that Lawani’s faith in their craft had remained unwavering through the years.
2Baba also praised DJ Jimmy Jatt, describing him as a true friend who had shown love and loyalty from the very beginning of his career.
The singer, regarded as one of Africa’s most influential and decorated artistes, said the 25th-anniversary milestone was not only a personal achievement but also a celebration of everyone who had contributed to the growth of Nigerian music.
“Without the people who believed, corrected, and supported me, my story would have been incomplete,” he noted.
2Baba began his professional career in the late 1990s as a member of Plantashun Boiz and later rose to global prominence with timeless hits such as African Queen, If Love Is a Crime,and For Instance.
The multiple award-winning artiste remains one of the most respected figures in African music today.
