Baltasar Ebang Engonga, born in 1970, is the former Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF) in Equatorial Guinea.
Recently, he has been embroiled in a scandal involving over 400 explicit videos featuring him with various women, including the wives of high-ranking officials.
This controversy arose during a corruption probe, leading to his arrest and suspension from office.
Engonga is also related to President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, raising significant ethical concerns about his conduct and its implications for governance in Equatorial Guinea.
Educational background
Engonga holds a degree in Economics from the University of Malabo.
His education in economics and finance laid a solid foundation for his career in the financial sector, where he has held significant positions, including Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF) in Equatorial Guinea.
Career
Engonga began his professional journey as an accountant in the mining industry, where he gained foundational experience in financial management and corporate governance.
This early role equipped him with essential skills that would prove valuable in his later positions.
He then transitioned to GEPROYECTOS, a presidential agency responsible for overseeing and implementing national projects initiated by the presidency.
In this capacity, Engonga was involved in financial planning and project management, which allowed him to gain insights into government operations and the intersection of finance and public policy.
In 2018, he was appointed as the Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF).
This agency plays a critical role in combating money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes in Equatorial Guinea.
As head of ANIF, Engonga was tasked with developing strategies to investigate and prevent financial crimes.
His responsibilities included collaborating with international financial institutions and law enforcement agencies to enhance regulatory frameworks aimed at increasing transparency and accountability within the financial system, particularly important in a country where corruption has been a longstanding issue.
Family
Engonga is married and has a family of eight, including his wife and six children (one daughter and five sons).
He has been involved in a scandal involving explicit videos featuring him with various women, including relatives of high-ranking officials, which has caused significant public outrage.
His familial connections extend to the country’s elite, as he is reportedly related to President Nguema.
Scandal involving leaked sex tapes
Engonga is at the center of a significant scandal involving the emergence of over 400 explicit videos.
These videos, discovered during a fraud investigation, allegedly show Engonga in intimate encounters with multiple women, including the wives of high-ranking officials and even the sister of the president.
The footage was reportedly recorded with consent across various locations, including his office and hotels.
The scandal has prompted a strong response from the government.
Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue warned that civil servants caught engaging in sexual activities at work would face severe repercussions, including suspension.
The vice president also announced plans to install surveillance cameras in government buildings to deter such behavior.
Engonga’s actions have sparked widespread outrage and raised ethical concerns about conduct among public officials in Equatorial Guinea.
In light of these events, authorities are also investigating whether Engonga’s actions could pose public health risks, particularly regarding sexually transmitted diseases.
While he is not facing allegations of sexual assault, the implications of his conduct have ignited a broader conversation about accountability and ethics in governance within the country.
