In a shocking scandal that has gripped Equatorial Guinea, Baltasar Engonga, Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), was arrested after authorities uncovered over 400 explicit videos featuring the wives and family members of prominent government figures. Among those implicated in the recordings are high-ranking officials’ spouses, including relatives of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo and other senior ministers.
The revelations emerged during a separate investigation into financial fraud involving Engonga, aged 54. During searches of his home and office, investigators stumbled upon a trove of CDs containing explicit footage. Reports indicate that the recordings, reportedly consensual, were made in various settings, including Engonga’s office, sometimes with the national flag visible in the background—a detail that has heightened public outrage.
Nicknamed “Bello,” Engonga now finds himself at the center of an unprecedented scandal in Equatorial Guinea. Local media outlet Ahora EG described the exposé as a “flagrant violation” of ethical standards by a senior public official, further implicating numerous high-profile individuals in the government. The videos have allegedly surfaced online, sparking a wave of public scrutiny and calls for accountability.
Responding to the scandal, Equatorial Guinea’s Attorney General, Nzang Nguema, clarified that while consensual relations are not criminal under the nation’s current laws, there are serious concerns about potential public health risks. He stressed the importance of creating an environment where victims can report instances of non-consensual encounters or abuse if applicable.
The government has acted swiftly, implementing an immediate suspension on officials involved in any sexual activity within ministry offices. Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue condemned the actions, stating on social media, “Ethics and respect are fundamental in our Administration.” He pledged the government’s commitment to enforcing integrity across public institutions.
This incident has raised national concern over ethical conduct and the misuse of public office, with officials vowing to prevent such breaches of public trust in the future. The government’s stance reflects a renewed push for upholding professional standards and ensuring a culture of respect within the nation’s administration.
