Equatorial Guinea to Roll Out CCTV in State Offices Amid Sex Scandal
New surveillance measures aim to tackle corruption and misconduct within the public sector following the leak of explicit videos involving high-profile official
- CCTV cameras will be installed across all state offices to enforce ethical standards
- The initiative follows a sex tape scandal involving top government officials
- Officials caught engaging in misconduct will face severe penalties, including suspension
Equatorial Guinea’s Vice President, Teddy Nguema, has announced a nationwide plan to install surveillance cameras in all state offices as part of a broad initiative to enforce regulations and tackle misconduct among public officials.
This move comes in the wake of a scandal involving former government official Baltasar, whose explicit videos with multiple women, including married individuals and high-profile figures, surfaced online. Reports indicate that over 300 tapes were recovered during an investigation into alleged fraud, triggering widespread controversy.
In an official statement shared on social media, Vice President Nguema stressed that the installation of CCTV cameras aligns with the government’s commitment to transparency, integrity, and accountability within public service. “This measure is designed to ensure compliance with laws governing public officials and to eliminate improper and illicit behavior,” he stated.
The initiative is a direct response to concerns over ethical standards within the public sector, with officials warned that any infractions captured by surveillance will lead to severe penalties. “We will not tolerate any actions that undermine the credibility of our administration,” Nguema declared.
The announcement follows additional policies, including the immediate suspension of officials caught engaging in inappropriate behavior in ministry offices, reinforcing a zero-tolerance approach toward misconduct. While some support the crackdown as a step toward reform, others voice concerns over potential privacy violations. Despite mixed reactions, the government insists the surveillance initiative complies with legal frameworks designed to improve governance and safeguard public resources.
