Nigeria, April 24 -- Nigerian singer Innocent '2Baba' Idibia is back in the news this time for his political appointment by the governor of his state, Benue.

PREMIUM TIMES reported that the 'African Queen' hitmaker has been in the spotlight over the past three months due to his relationship with Natasha Osawaru, an Edo State House of Assembly member.

On Wednesday, Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State appointed the 49-year-old as his Technical Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach.

Present at the announcement was 2Baba's fiancee, Ms Osawaru, who wore a striking black outfit adorned with subtle bead detailing around her neck.

She was joined by members of Mr Alia's cabinet, who applauded and cheered in response to the news of ...