Nigerians fondly recall the spirited banter exchanged during the 2023 African Cup of Nations, where Equatorial Guinea, the underdog of the tournament, made a surprising run until their elimination in the quarter- finals. However, recent events have thrust the Central African country into a different kind of limelight, one that is shaking the foundations of its French- speaking society.

In a shocking turn of events, erotic videos featuring Baltasar Ebang Engonga, a high- ranking government official, have gone viral across social media platforms in Equatorial Guinea. Known colloquially as " Bello, " Engonga' s explicit activities, which allegedly involve numerous women— including some who are reportedly married— have sparked widespread outrage among the public. The videos depict him in various compromising situations in locations such as hotels, his office, and other private settings, leading to calls for severe consequences for both him and those associated with the scandal.

Baltasar Ebang Engonga serves as the director general of the National Financial Investigation Agency of Equatorial Guinea, a body tasked with combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. This position places him in a pivotal role within the government, responsible for upholding the law and ensuring financial integrity in the nation. His involvement in such a scandal raises serious questions about his credibility and the effectiveness of the agency he leads.