Top Official Caught in Sex Scandal Rocks Equatorial Guinea

A senior government official in Equatorial Guinea has been arrested and suspended from his position following a sex tape scandal that has rocked the nation. Baltasar Engonga, the Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency, is accused of recording and leaking explicit videos of over 400 women, including high-ranking officials' wives.

The scandal came to light during a routine corruption investigation, which took an unexpected turn when investigators discovered the videos on Engonga's computer. Despite the videos being consensual, the leak has caused widespread outrage, with the Attorney General's Office warning that Engonga could face charges for endangering public health. The incident has also sparked concerns about the potential spread of contagious diseases within the country.

Equatorial Guinea's Vice President, Nguema Mangue, has responded swiftly to the scandal, announcing "zero tolerance" policy towards officials who compromise the integrity of the public service. Mangue has vowed to take disciplinary action against officials found violating the code of conduct and public ethics law, including installing surveillance cameras in all state offices to prevent similar incidents. She has also banned government officials from engaging in sexual relations in their offices, citing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the public service.

The Equatorial Guinea government has shown a strong commitment to addressing the scandal, promising swift and severe punishment for those involved. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen how the government will balance its zero-tolerance policy with the need to maintain public trust in the face of a high-profile scandal.