2Baba Announces First Studio Album in Six Years, Titled ‘Oldest Young Man’

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has announced the release of his first studio album in six years, titled Oldest Young Man, marking his return to the album scene after a lengthy break from full length projects.

The veteran singer revealed the news through his social media platforms, confirming that the highly anticipated album will be released on November 27, 2026. Sharing the announcement, 2Baba wrote: “The legacy continues. OLDEST YOUNG MAN drops 27.11.26. Timeless music, no expiration date.”

The forthcoming project will be his first studio album since Warriors, which was released in February 2020. The album featured collaborations with prominent Nigerian artistes, including Burna Boy, Wizkid and Olamide, and further reinforced his position as one of the country’s most influential music figures.

Although he has not released a full-length album since then, 2Baba has remained active in the music industry through singles and collaborations. His recent releases include Ifesinachi and Mental, featuring Nigerian singer Fave, which arrived in September 2026.

The announcement also follows an early preview of Oldest Young Man during his 51st birthday celebration and album listening party in Lagos in September. The gathering attracted several entertainment personalities, including Wande Coal, Faze, Tony Tetuila, Spyro, Kenny Ogungbe and Dayo Adeneye.

One of the memorable moments of the event was a performance with Faze, his former bandmate in the influential music group Plantashun Boiz, which also featured Blackface. The performance brought back memories of the group’s contribution to Nigerian music before its members pursued individual careers.

With a career spanning more than two decades, 2Baba remains one of the key figures in the development of modern Nigerian popular music. He first gained widespread recognition as a member of Plantashun Boiz before establishing a successful solo career with songs such as African Queen and albums including Face 2 Face, Grass 2 Grace and The Unstoppable.

The title Oldest Young Man reflects the contrast between his long experience in the industry and his continued creative activity. While details of the album’s tracklist and featured artistes have not yet been officially announced, its November release is already generating anticipation among fans. The album is expected to arrive on major digital streaming platforms on November 27, 2026.