A man has publicly expressed his anguish after discovering that his wife engaged in an affair with Balthazar Ebang Engonga, a controversial figure embroiled in a major scandal. The man, who invested a staggering $35,000 as bride price for his wife, shared his painful experience with the media following the emergence of explicit videos featuring Engonga and numerous women, including those married to prominent national figures.
The husband recounted his heartbreak, stating, "I spent over $35,000 on our wedding and provided for her family, only to find Balthazar in a compromising situation with my wife in a bush. The sight of that video is haunting me; it's a betrayal that I struggle to comprehend."
This incident comes in the wake of a wider investigation into Balthazar Engonga, revealing over 400 explicit recordings involving him and the wives of high-profile individuals. The scandal broke during an inquiry into allegations of fraud against Engonga, prompting officials from the National Financial Intelligence Unit (ANIF) to search his residence and office.
During this investigation, authorities discovered numerous CDs containing the explicit footage, which subsequently leaked online. This development has incited widespread outrage across the nation, with many calling for accountability and justice.
The fallout from this scandal continues to unfold, leaving numerous families in turmoil and raising questions about trust and fidelity within relationships in Equatorial Guinea.