Engonga is in charge of combating corruption and financial crimes as the head of the National Agency for Financial Investigation (ANIF). In a shocking turn of events, however, he is currently under criticism for his suspected role in a sex video controversy that involves hundreds of private recordings.
Engonga is accused of secretly filming more than 400 obscene videos that purport to show prominent people and their families, some of whom are close to the governing elite of Equatorial Guinea. These videos allegedly feature the wives, sisters, and cousins of VIPs, making this one of the most significant scandals to strike the nation in recent years.
After the news caught the public eye, many people including Nigerian celebrities reacted to the incident, with some criticizing married women who cheat, how people in authority use their powers to influence others, and the impact of sexual satisfaction in marriages.
Among the celebrities who have reacted are afrobeats singer Davido, Tunde Ednut, Sarah Martins, Charles Inojie, VeryDarkMan, Cute Abiola, Pretty Mike, Eva Alordiah and Phyno.
1. Tunde Ednut
On Tuesday, November 5, the popular blogger took to social media not only to comment but also to boldly analyze the unfolding drama.
Known for his candid opinions, Tunde Ednut provided his fans with a deeper insight into the incident by highlighting his “favorite” footage from the startling collection.
He shared a photo of one of the married women involved, further fueling the conversation with his open admiration for her performance in the videos.
He wrote, “Let me not lie, this video is the best of all. Am I lying? I just hear Kpor, Kpor, Kpor. Quality content!
A very beautiful, sweet lady! GOD BLESS AFRICA, Everywhere KPAGBUZAAAA, E FULL.”
2. Davido
Afrobeats singer Davido was intrigued by the unfolding drama, and his insightful comment suggested that Baltasar’s impact was far-reaching and that no political sphere was left untouched.
He wrote, “That guy wiped out the entire government cabinet.”
3. Cute Abiola
Popular comedian Abdulgafar Oluwatoyin often known as Cute Abiola, stated that he often prefers to distance himself from issues of this calibre.
He wrote, “I don’t like commenting on this type of post.”
4. Phyno
Nigerian rapper and singer Phyno, upon seeing a viral post made by comedian Craze Clown, questioned whether Baltasar Ebang Engonga was praying in most of his leaked clips.
In the post shared by Craze Clown, he spoke about Baltasar’s “working tools” in addition to his wealth and influence. He accompanied it with a screenshot of Baltasar in a position that looked like he was in meditation while in his bedroom activity.
Reacting to the post, Phyno wrote: “Is he praying bro?”
5. VeryDarkMan
VeryDarkMan gave his thoughts on the leaked clips stating that he had over 80 videos from the over 400 leaked tapes.
According to him, none of the women in the recordings were forced or underage, and Engonga did not use his political powers to have an affair with the women.
He wrote, “As a matter of fact, the women were the ones adjusting the cameras and enjoying the moment. Those were people’s wives, the president’s daughter, and pregnant wives. There was no jazz, there was nothing.”
6. Charles Inojie
Veteran Nollywood actor Charles Inojie expressed his viewpoint in a post’s comments section, calling for close surveillance of all the women who were involved in the leaked tape of Baltasar.
He wrote, “They should keep all the other women in close watch pls.”
7. Eva Alordiah
Nigerian rapper Eva Alordiah, pointed out that many women experience severe sexual dissatisfaction, which can lead them to cheat.
Eva emphasized that the situation is exacerbated by the fact that most men are unaware of or choose not to address this problem.
She stated, “So when will we finally address the fact that many women are suffering from severe sexual dissatisfaction in their marriages, and most men don’t even care to understand why or how to help? A woman who is loved and satisfied is a happy woman who will not stray.”
8. Sarah Martins
Controversial Nigerian actress Sarah Martins in reaction, stated that she believes Baltasar Engonga was a man desired by many women. She asserted that this is because of his intimacy skills, which she believes are crucial for a man.
She also noted that some women may have chosen to be with him to resolve their husbands’ corrupt activities, while others may have done so for other reasons.
She wrote, “Jokes aside, That Equatorial Guinea 🇬🇶 guy is every woman’s dream man… Man is so skilled, very soft. very much in charge in bed, top notch energy, understands every mood, plays naija song on every escaped….Omo he’s a full spec make we no lie.
Some women willingly gave themselves to him for exploitation while some women were given to him as settlement to wipe off their husbands bad record from system.. man’s so hot.”
9. Pretty Mike
Engonga was criticized by Nigerian socialite Pretty Mike for having affairs with his brother’s wife and other married ladies.
He underlined that a man pursuing the wife of another man is utterly wrong.
He wrote, “How do u bring yourself to sleep with your kid bro’s wife, pastor’s wife? Hell is empty, and all the demons are truly here. Now those women are committing suicide one by one..
I see everything else… but dat dude slept with his brother’s wife pregnant o, that’s beyond diabolical.