2Baba Clarifies Faze’s Role Amid Plantashun Boiz Rift with Blackface

Nigerian music icon Innocent “2Baba” Idibia has publicly clarified the position of his former Plantashun Boiz bandmate Faze in the ongoing and widely discussed dispute with fellow singer Blackface. Speaking to fans during his performance at the Made in Benue Festival in Makurdi, 2Baba emphasized that Faze remains neutral and is not involved in the long-standing feud between him and Blackface.

At the festival, 2Baba brought Faze on stage to celebrate the musical legacy of Plantashun Boiz, the influential *90s-era group formed by 2Baba, Blackface, and Faze that helped shape Nigerian hip-hop and R&B. The singer told the cheering crowd that despite unresolved issues with Blackface, Faze stands with him in their shared history, but nothing about the conflict should affect Faze’s relationship with either party. He made it clear that Faze’s presence was about honoring their musical journey together and not about the personal tensions that have lingered with Blackface.

The feud between 2Baba and Blackface has been a persistent topic in Nigerian entertainment. Its origins trace back to the breakup of Plantashun Boiz in the mid-2000s and disagreements surrounding creative rights, most notably over the iconic hit “African Queen,” which was co-written by both artists. Blackface has at times accused 2Baba of intellectual property disputes, allegations that 2Baba has consistently denied.

Over the years, fans and industry watchers have frequently speculated about whether Faze, who has maintained a successful solo career with hits of his own might take sides in the dispute. 2Baba’s recent remarks were aimed at putting such rumors to rest, highlighting that Faze’s neutral stance reflects a desire to preserve their shared musical heritage without dragging him into personal disagreements.

Fan reactions to 2Baba’s clarification have been mixed but largely hopeful, with many expressing a desire for a complete reconciliation among the former bandmates. Some users praised Faze for staying above the fray, while others called on both 2Baba and Blackface to finally bury their differences for good.

This public statement adds a fresh chapter to the narrative of Plantashun Boiz — one of Nigeria’s most influential music groups — whose legacy still resonates across the industry decades after their initial rise to fame. As the trio’s contributions continue to be celebrated, fans remain eager to see whether behind-the-scenes efforts might eventually mend old wounds and honor the unity that once defined them.