400 Sex Tapes: Equatorial Guinea’s Ex ANIF Boss, Baltasar Engonga Remanded In Prison
The former Director-General of the National Financial Investigation Agency, ANIF, of Equatorial Guinea, Baltasar Ebang Engonga, has been remanded.
The married dad of six was remanded in Malabo’s Black Beach Prison.
The sacked ANIF boss was involved in one of the greatest sex scandals in the history of the country.
The scandal broke out during an investigation into a fraud allegation that led to the discovery of about 400 sex tapes involving the 54-year-old economist with several prominent women in the country – wives of several high-ranking officials, such as the sister of the president of Guinea, the wife of the police director general, and around 20 ministers’ wives, among others.
The sex tapes were discovered in Engonga’s home and office leading to widespread outcry. The incident led to the Equatorial Guinea President, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, dismissing Engonga.
According to Decree No. 118/2024, dated 4th November, the dismissal was due to “irregularities committed in the exercise of his functions, as well as inappropriate family and social conduct for the performance of public duties.”
Confirming the situation, French online blog Afrikmatin reported that Engonga, who was officially removed from his role on November 6, 2024, was subsequently chained and transferred to Malabo Central Prison.
He faces charges of corruption and embezzlement.
Here are 18 astonishing facts about Baltasar, known as “Bello” for his reputed good looks:
1. Baltasar, 54, was born in Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea, on 15 March 1970.
3. He holds a degree in Economics and Finance from the University of Malabo.
4. Known for his dedication and expertise, he rose swiftly through the ranks in his career.
5. Baltasar is married and has six children—five sons and a daughter.
6. He was dismissed as Director-General of ANIF after over 400 videos involving him with more than 300 women surfaced.
7. His father, Baltasar Engonga Edjo’o, heads the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) commission.
8. He is a nephew and close associate of Equatorial Guinea’s President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo.
9. The leaked videos show encounters with over 300 women, including high-profile individuals like the President’s younger sister, his cousin, his pastor’s wife, and other acquaintances.
10. Reportedly, the videos were recorded in various locations, including his office, using surveillance equipment.
11. The tapes were found during a raid conducted as part of a fraud investigation.
12. He is famously described for his prominent physical features, with one report labelling him as possessing a “Weapon of Mass Destruction.”
13. Reports indicate that these encounters were consensual, with many of the women allegedly returning to seek further engagements.
14. Known for his unique style, he was often seen smiling in apparent satisfaction during encounters, his arms folded across his chest, with music in the background.
16. These encounters reportedly took place in various settings, including his office, home, table tops, and even toilets.
17. His preferred positions reportedly included doggy style and wheelbarrow.
18. His net worth is estimated at between $1 million and $2 million.