Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has appointed renowned Nigerian musician, Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, as his Technical Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach.
The announcement was made public through a trending video on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
Hailing from Benue State, 2Baba was praised by the governor for his long-standing influence and unwavering support for the state.
“Let me thank you very deeply for supporting my administration and for preparing me for 2027,” Governor Alia stated. “You are a guru of entertainment. Once you say 2Face, people start dancing—even without the song.”
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He further expressed confidence in the artist’s ability to contribute to the state’s progress, highlighting his wisdom and reach within the entertainment industry and community.
“We’re happy you’re here. The people of Benue want to give you more responsibility. You have the capacity to help us improve lives and guide us with your experience,” Alia added.
The appointment cements 2Baba’s evolving role as a voice of influence beyond music, contributing to development and outreach in his home state.
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