Quick Info
| Profession | Economist, Government official |
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| Nationality | Equatoguinean |
| Date of Birth | 15/03/1970 |
| Age | 56 years |
| Birthplace | Malabo |
Latest News about Baltasar Ebang Engonga
26/08/2025
The Bioko Provincial Tribunal convicted Baltasar Ebang Engonga and five other officials on 26 August 2025 in the 'Treasury Affair' corruption case. Engonga, former ANIF Director General and nephew of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema, was sentenced to eight years in prison and fined about US$220,000 for embezzling over 1 billion CFA francs from public insurance funds between 2012 and 2024, plus charges of illicit enrichment and abuse of office. Three accomplices received three-year sentences and additional fines.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Bello |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Weight | 75 Kg (165 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black (Bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree in Economics and Finance from University of Malabo |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | He had affairs with multiple women. |
Family
| Father | Baltasar Engonga Edjoo (President of the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa - CEMAC) |
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| Siblings | Brother - 1 |
| Children | He has 6 children. |
Career
| Background | Baltasar Ebang Engonga is a notable figure from Equatorial Guinea who studied economics and finance at the University of Malabo. |
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| Government Role | He served as Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF) in Equatorial Guinea, a position focused on combating financial crime and corruption. |
| Controversy | In November 2024, he was involved in a major scandal when authorities raided his office and residence on allegations of economic fraud. The raid uncovered over 400 explicit videos featuring him with multiple women, including high-profile individuals such as the sister of the President of Equatorial Guinea and wives of government officials. This scandal significantly impacted his professional reputation and raised questions about ethics and accountability among high-ranking government officials. |
| Removal from Office | On 8 November 2024, President Teodoro Obiang Nguema issued Decree No. 118, which criminally investigated and removed him from his appointment as Director General of ANIF. |
| Court Sentencing | In June 2025, he was tried before the Bioko Norte Provincial Court in Malabo in the 'Treasury Affair' corruption investigation. On 26 August 2025, the Bioko Provincial Tribunal convicted him of embezzlement, illicit enrichment, and abuse of office for diverting over 1 billion CFA francs from public funds between 2012 and 2024, sentencing him to eight years in prison and fining him approximately US$220,000 plus additional penalties. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Baltasar Ebang Engonga's background in economics led him to a significant role in the Equatorial Guinea government. | |
| 2. His scandalous recordings included high-profile married women and even led to the tragic suicide of one of the individuals involved. | |
| 3. The Vice President of Equatorial Guinea emphasized tightening security measures in government offices following Ebang's revelations. | |
| 4. His father, Baltasar Engonga Edjoo, is a prominent figure serving as president of the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC), positioning him within influential circles in Equatorial Guinea. | |
| 5. His scandalous recordings included high-profile married women and reportedly led to tragic consequences for some individuals involved. | |
| 6. He is a nephew of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema and member of one of Equatorial Guinea's elite political families. |