Baltasar Ebang Engonga, previously regarded as a prominent figure in Equatorial Guinea as the Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), is allegedly involved in a major scandal. This incident has deeply impacted public perception and raised concerns over ethics within the country’s government.

Reports indicate that authorities discovered over 400 explicit videos purportedly involving Engonga in encounters with various individuals, some allegedly connected to high-ranking officials, including close relatives of government elites. These recordings, many of which were reportedly filmed in his office, have caused public outrage and sparked an ethical debate. Although specific details are still under investigation, Vice President Teodoro Nguema has responded firmly, reinforcing a zero-tolerance policy for such conduct within government offices.

Additionally, Engonga is facing allegations of financial misconduct, including possible embezzlement and misappropriation of government funds for personal luxuries such as high-end cars and real estate. This layer of alleged financial mismanagement has intensified the scrutiny surrounding him, overshadowing his previous work in anti-corruption.

Engonga’s personal life has also drawn significant public attention; he is married with six children, which adds complexity to the allegations. Educated in economics at the University of Malabo and once respected for his dedication to transparency, Engonga’s current situation highlights the challenges Equatorial Guinea faces in enforcing integrity. This case underscores the need for sustained reform and ethical oversight within the country’s institutions.

These allegations, still under investigation, have sparked widespread public debate and demands for stronger accountability in Equatorial Guinea’s administration.