Cristel Nchama, one of the women featured in Baltasar Engonga‘s viral sex tapes, has filed a formal complaint with the National Gendarmerie of Malabo; the armed forces of Equatorial Guinea.

Engonga, Equatorial Guinea’s director-general of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), has been in the public eye after officials, who searched his home and office as part of an investigation into alleged fraud, uncovered about 400 explicit videos purportedly featuring him and multiple women.

Among the discoveries were tapes of Engonga seemingly having romps with his brother’s wife, his cousin, the sister of the president of Equatorial Guinea, the wife of the director general of police, and about 20 wives of ministers, among others.

The now-viral videos were filmed in his office, hotels, and toilets allegedly with the consent of the participants.

According to Real Equatorial Guinea, Cristel, in the complaint, revealed that she had a four-year relationship with Engonga and felt humiliated by the leaked videos.

She claimed that Engonga “misled” her into trusting him and that she previously resisted being filmed, believing any recordings were deleted.

Cristel also demanded that Engonga pays for the damages caused to her “reputation and honour”.

“I am humiliated, it is my reputation, my honour, I want to know where these images came from and why he kept the images,” she said.

The embattled head of ANIF was sacked on Thursday.

The government also suspended all officials said to have had sexual relations in offices of ministries.

Akwa Ibom State is set to bid a heartfelt farewell to its beloved First Lady, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo Eno, who passed away on September 26, 2024.

Her sudden departure has left a profound void in the hearts of her family, the people of the state, and many across Nigeria and beyond who were touched by her compassion, faith, and dedication to service.

In honor of her life and legacy, the family, in consultation with the state government, has announced a series of memorial events to celebrate her memory and the impact she had on her community.

The events will begin on November 20, 2024, with the Opening of the Mourning House, providing a space for close family, friends, and well-wishers to gather in reflection and quiet tribute. For the following week, from November 20 to 26, the family will receive condolences, allowing those who were touched by Pastor Patience’s kindness and leadership to express their sympathies.

On November 22, a Night of Worship and Tributes will be held at the International Christian Worship Centre in Uyo at 6 p.m. This special event will feature powerful tributes, worship, and heartfelt stories from those who knew her best, a chance to celebrate the faith and grace that Pastor Patience shared so generously.

A more intimate Service of Songs will take place on November 27 at her country home in Ikot Ekpene Udo, Nsit Ubium LGA, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.. This gathering will offer an opportunity for loved ones to sing and reflect on the life of a woman who found joy in serving others and whose faith was a beacon of hope.

Finally, on November 29, the state will lay the First Lady to rest with a Funeral Service at her country home, starting at 10 a.m. This moment of reflection will honor her memory and the legacy she leaves behind—a legacy rooted in service, love, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of her people.

A Call for Continued Support

The family has expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of love and support they have received from across the nation and beyond. As the funeral date approaches, they continue to request prayers and solidarity as they prepare to say their final goodbyes.

Condolences can be sent to Condolencesforfirstlady@akwaibomstate.gov.ng by November 11, 2024. For further inquiries, those wishing to assist or seek more information can contact Hon. Otobong Edemidiong at +234 806 930 3636 or Dr. Frank Ekpenyong at +234 708 679 1833.

As Akwa Ibom State prepares for the final farewell, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo Eno’s legacy lives on. Her devotion, faith, and service to the people will continue to inspire and guide those who were blessed to know her.

Lateef Fagbemi, attorney-general of the federation (AGF) and minister of justice, says no law in Nigeria criminalises the prosecution of minors.

Fagbemi spoke at the commissioning of the Law Corridor’s new office complex and the presentation of a book on the modern legal system.

The AGF said the minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protest were rightly arraigned before the Abuja federal high court.

The nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest lasted from August 1-10. Some protesters were arrested and arraigned in different parts of the country.

A handful of the suspects arraigned in Abuja were minors — eliciting outrage from across the country.

On Monday, the president directed the AGF to withdraw the charges against the minors.

On Tuesday, a federal high court in Abuja struck out the suit against 119 persons who allegedly participated in the protest.

The minors were released and hosted by Vice-President Kashim Shettima at the State House.

Addressing criticisms that trailed the arraignment, the AGF said: “No law in this country says a minor cannot be tried, and I have also heard suggestions that they should go to a family court”.

“The study of the law and the constitution leaves you no other conclusion than that the federal high court has jurisdiction in matters bordering on treason and related issues. So, whatever the situation, the president has closed the chapter by his decision to have these young men released,” Fagbemi added.

“The president was very compassionate; he is a father and a grandfather. If you look at the facts in the possession of the security agency, you would marvel.

“But the president said, despite all this, ‘I have children, grandchildren,’ and that motivated his passion to release them and also enable them in some ways.

“So the credit goes to him for showing compassionate consideration in releasing the young chaps.”