Popular Nigerian comedian Ayo Makun, better known as AY, has stirred reactions after making a humorous remark about singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, and his troubled marriage.
AY made the comment during a ceremony held to celebrate veteran reggae musician Daddy Showkey’s 50 years on stage.
The comedian, known for using current events and celebrity issues as material for his jokes, made a playful reference to 2Baba’s personal life while entertaining guests at the event.
Speaking about the singer, AY joked that 2Baba used to be his neighbour before he was allegedly relocated to Benin through Abuja.
He then suggested that the singer could eventually return to his neighbourhood because of the situation surrounding his marriage.
“You know 2Baba used to be my neighbour before they relocated him to Benin through Abuja. But the way things are going now, it looks like he would join me back. I am observing things. You think it’s only me that would be alone? All of us will collect, you understand me now,” AY said.
The remark drew attention because of the widely discussed developments surrounding 2Baba’s marriage and his relationship with his current-wife, Natasha.
AY’s comment appeared to be a reference to the public nature of the singer’s marital difficulties, which have attracted considerable attention from fans and social media users.
The comedian, however, delivered the statement as a joke during an entertainment event, using humour to engage the audience.
AY’s reference also reflected the growing trend among Nigerian entertainers of using popular celebrity stories as material for comedy and social commentary.
2Baba, one of Nigeria’s most respected Afrobeats and R&B singers, has had a long career spanning several decades. He gained national and international recognition as a member of the defunct music group Plantashun Boiz before establishing a successful solo career.
He became one of the leading figures of Nigeria’s modern music industry and has received several awards and honours during his career.
His marriage to Natasha has also remained a subject of public interest over the years, particularly because of the couple’s occasional public disagreements and discussions about their relationship.
The couple married in 2025 and have one child together. Their relationship has frequently attracted attention, with both personal and family issues at different times becoming topics of public discussion.
The intense public interest in their marriage has made the couple one of the most discussed celebrity relationships in Nigeria.
AY’s latest joke comes against that background, with the comedian using the situation to create laughter during Daddy Showkey’s celebration.
The event itself was a major gathering of entertainers and music personalities who came together to honour Daddy Showkey’s long career in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Daddy Showkey, whose real name is John Asiemo, is one of the pioneers of the Nigerian reggae and galala music movement.
He became popular in the 1990s with music that combined reggae influences with the street-oriented galala sound associated with Lagos.
His songs often reflected social issues, life in the streets and the experiences of ordinary Nigerians.
Over the years, Daddy Showkey has remained an influential figure in Nigerian popular music, particularly for his contribution to the development of the galala sound.
His 50 years on stage celebration brought together entertainers and other personalities to recognise his contribution to the country’s music and entertainment industry.
It was at the event that AY made the remark about 2Baba.
The comedian’s statement has since attracted attention online, with some social media users reacting to the joke while others debated whether celebrities’ private matters should be used for entertainment.
However, public figures and comedians often use trending issues as part of their performances, especially when such issues are already widely discussed by the public.
AY has built a career around comedy, acting, event organisation and entertainment production. He is also known for using everyday social and entertainment issues as themes in his comedy.
His comment about 2Baba was delivered in that familiar style, with the comedian making himself part of the joke while suggesting that he was not the only person experiencing relationship difficulties.
The remark about being “alone” appeared to be a reference to his own relationship status, while the statement that “all of us will collect” added another layer of humour to the joke.
The comment has once again highlighted the extent to which the personal lives of Nigerian celebrities are followed by the public.
With social media providing a platform for celebrities and fans to discuss personal matters almost immediately, issues involving prominent entertainers can quickly become national talking points.
While AY’s remark was made in a comic setting, it also demonstrates how celebrity relationships have become part of Nigeria’s entertainment conversation.
For now, the comedian’s comments remain part of the light-hearted entertainment surrounding Daddy Showkey’s milestone celebration, with the focus of the event ultimately remaining on the veteran musician’s five decades of contribution to Nigerian entertainment.