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QNET has warned members of the public against fraudulent job offers, investment opportunities and other financial propositions being promoted using its name.
The warning follows a recent report on the arrest of four individuals in Minna, Niger State, over an alleged fraudulent scheme in which the QNET name was reportedly used to solicit money from a member of the public.
In a statement issued on August 27, 2026, QNET said it had taken note of the report by Premium Times, which stated that the suspects allegedly demanded ₦200,000 from an individual who had travelled to Minna after responding to what he understood to be a job opportunity.
The company said the matter remains under police investigation and stressed that the suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court.
QNET also referred to a separate Daily Post report published on August 22 concerning the arrest of 55 irregular migrants in Osun State.
According to the report, some of those arrested allegedly told immigration authorities that they had travelled to the state to engage in an online business identified as QNET.
The company said such claims do not establish a connection between the individuals and its authorised operations.
QNET stated that it does not facilitate irregular migration, recruitment for overseas employment, visa arrangements or the movement of people across borders in exchange for employment or guaranteed financial opportunities.
QNET says it is not an investment scheme
The company emphasised that QNET is not an investment scheme and does not offer investment opportunities or guaranteed financial returns.
It also said it does not provide paid employment, overseas jobs or visa arrangements through its Independent Representatives.
According to QNET, its legitimate business is based on the sale of wellness and lifestyle products through a direct-selling model.
Independent Representatives are required to operate in accordance with QNET’s policies, Code of Ethics and applicable laws.
Cherif Sarr, Regional General Manager for QNET Central and West Africa, said the company was concerned about attempts to exploit its name to deceive members of the public.
“We are deeply concerned whenever individuals misuse the QNET name to deceive members of the public,” Sarr said.
He added that fraudulent recruitment, demands for payment in exchange for jobs and the presentation of QNET’s business as an investment opportunity have no place within the company.
Sarr said QNET would continue cooperating with Nigerian authorities to help identify and hold accountable anyone found to be unlawfully using its name.
Company explains ‘Model Q’
QNET also addressed the term “Model Q”, which it said law-enforcement authorities have increasingly used to describe a pattern of alleged criminal activity involving the misuse or impersonation of legitimate direct-selling companies and other established brands.
The company stressed that “Model Q” does not refer to QNET’s legitimate business operations.
Instead, it said the term describes alleged criminal conduct in which established company names are used to lure victims with promises of employment, travel, migration opportunities or guaranteed income.
QNET said anyone using its name to solicit money in exchange for employment, visas, overseas job placements or guaranteed financial returns is acting without its authorisation.
QNET cites anti-fraud initiatives
The company said it has continued to work with government institutions and law-enforcement agencies in Nigeria to raise awareness about scams involving its name.
In November 2023, QNET launched its “Say NO!” awareness campaign in Nigeria to educate members of the public about fraudulent job offers, illegal recruitment, human trafficking and other scams involving alleged misuse of its name.
It also said it has engaged institutions including the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency and the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment on efforts to protect consumers and job seekers.
QNET added that it works with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and various police commands on cases involving the alleged misuse of its brand.
Public urged to verify offers
QNET urged Nigerians to exercise caution when approached with job offers, investment opportunities or financial propositions bearing its name.
The company advised members of the public against making upfront payments in exchange for jobs, visas, overseas employment or guaranteed financial returns.
It also urged people to verify information about QNET and its products through its official channels and report suspected fraud or unauthorised use of its name to the appropriate authorities and QNET’s compliance team.
The company further advised members of the public not to share personal or financial information with individuals making unsolicited offers in its name.
