By Emmanuel Elebeke

QNET in partnership with Transblue Limited says it is providing training on entrepreneurial skills and business management to help youths in Nigeria start and grow their own  businesses.

Managing Director Transblue, Abdulhakeem Abiodun, stated this at a media round table on Wednesday in Abuja.

He said there was a growing demand for job creation among young people in Nigeria to drive economic growth, adding that technology and innovation have provided the opportunities for young entrepreneurs to develop new businesses, solve local problems and positively impact society.

He noted that the partnership will enable the company  connect every Nigerian to the global network of QNET, which aims to provide a great business opportunity to those who seek a better tomorrow and transform their lives.

“We want to leverage the technological advancement needed for direct selling to achieve these goals.

“Entrepreneurship education, financial literacy, skill development and business management programs are available for young people in Nigeria to build the skills necessary to start and grow their businesses in different areas, including music, fashion, and the arts,” he added.

Abiodun noted that Transblue is a customer service compliance and logistics company and that the challenges they see companies facing in the Nigerian landscape made the company set out to become a part of the solution by bringing to the market superior Customer Service and logistics services.

In his remarks, the Director-General Sub-Saharan Africa, Mr. Biram Fall, explained that the organisation uses a virtual e-commerce platform to conduct transactions, manage customer orders and provide real-time support to its representatives.

According to him,  QNET had faced controversies in certain countries, including Nigeria, with allegations of being a pyramid scheme in the last 25 years of its existence, but overcame it stronger  pointed out that the company has consistently maintained legitimate business model.

“QNET has faced controversies in certain countries, including Nigeria, with allegations of being a pyramid scheme. We have consistently and will continue to maintain that we are a legitimate business model.

“We provide comprehensive training and support to our independent representatives, including sales and marketing tools, product knowledge, and leadership development.

On his  part, the Group Chief Communications Officer, Ramya Chandrasekaran told journalists that the company launched a Direct Selling Disinformation Centre (DSDC) to combat the proliferation of disinformation and misinformation about the direct selling industry and its brand.

“QNET operates an online global Direct Selling Disinformation Centre (DSDC) to dispel misconceptions, unethical behavior and public complaints about the sector. 

“From an industry perspective, this is a unique initiative that advocates transparency and good practices.

“The direct selling industry in Nigeria is largely unregulated, making it easier for unethical companies to operate and for consumers to be misled”.

“The company uses a virtual e-commerce platform to conduct transactions, manage customer orders and provide real-time support to its representatives. This business model allows individuals to start their businesses with low investment and flexible working hours, providing an alternative source of income.

“The direct selling industry in Africa is highly competitive; however, despite its growth and potential, it faces challenges such as proper regulations, consumer trust, and, importantly, a need for more awareness. 

“The company is committed to ethical and transparent business practices, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and product quality in accordance with the laws and regulations in each country we operate in.QNET, for 25 years, has successfully developed unique products and services to meet the evolving needs of its customers worldwide. Anyone can check out”,, she added.

She said QNET promotes  entrepreneurial opportunities for individuals to start their businesses and achieve financial independence globally, with especial focus in Africa.