A global lifestyle and wellness-focused direct-selling company, QNET, has disclosed that it has discovered fraudulent activities associated with its CSR arm, the RYTHM Foundation.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, QNET said that an individual had set up an office in Port Harcourt in the name of the RYTHM Foundation and was using online ads offering jobs in the foundation.
“The incident came to light when a job seeker who had contacted the individual about the job was asked to pay a fee to secure it. Suspicion prompted the job seeker to verify the ad’s legitimacy by contacting the foundation directly.
“QNET promptly reported the incident to relevant authorities, which led to the arrest of the perpetrator. The matter is currently under investigation,” it explained.
According to QNET, it is deeply troubled by the impersonation of the RYTHM Foundation for illicit activities.
“RYTHM Foundation, QNET, and any of our affiliate companies are not associated with these activities and disavow any connection with the perpetrators,” the firm stated.
The company noted that it was committed to collaborating with authorities to apprehend fraudsters.
Meanwhile, QNET warned the public to be vigilant and verify information before engaging in any such commitments.
It further explained that QNET and any of its other affiliated companies do not offer jobs in exchange for a fee, urging the public to report any such job ads.
It emphasised that it remained dedicated to empowering individuals through life-enhancing products and micro-entrepreneurship opportunities.
“The company has undertaken educational and public awareness initiatives such as establishing the Direct Selling Disinformation Centre and launching the “Social Awareness Campaign’’ and “Say No! Awareness Campaign” to protect individuals from scams,” it added.
