Baltasar Engonga, the Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF) in Equatorial Guinea, has been arrested following the discovery of over 400 sextapes allegedly featuring the wives of prominent government officials. The news was reported by News360 Nigeria.
Engonga, 54, came under scrutiny during a broader investigation into fraud, prompting an unannounced search of his residence and office. During this search, authorities uncovered numerous CDs containing recordings of his purported sexual encounters.
Among the individuals allegedly featured in the tapes are relatives and spouses of high-ranking officials, including the sister of the President and the wife of the Director General of Police, as well as around 20 other ministerial spouses. Local media outlet Ahora EG has reported that while the recordings were claimed to have been made with consent, their recent exposure has ignited a media frenzy, marking a significant scandal in the nation’s history.
Engonga, often referred to by his nickname "Bello," reportedly engaged in sexual relationships with multiple women, many of whom are married, and recorded these intimate moments. Disturbingly, some of the encounters were said to have taken place in his office at the Ministry of Finance, including scenes captured beside the National Flag.
In response to the scandal, the Equatorial Guinean government announced immediate measures aimed at restoring the integrity of public service. Officials emphasized that a revised code of conduct will be implemented to address behaviors that undermine public trust.
“For days, explicit videos have circulated on social media featuring Engonga engaged in sexual acts, raising serious ethical concerns,” stated the government. The Attorney General, Nzang Nguema, acknowledged that despite the consensual nature of the encounters, they have serious implications, particularly regarding public health and the well-being of the women involved.
Equatorial Guinea’s government has taken decisive action by suspending officials linked to sexual misconduct within the ministries, declaring a "zero tolerance" policy towards such behavior. Vice President Nguema Mangue condemned the actions as a blatant violation of public ethics, underscoring the importance of integrity and respect within the administration.
