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V-Convention Underscores QNET’s Commitment to Transparency and Accountability – Biram Fall

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Mr. Biram Fall, QNET’s Regional General Manager, Sub-Sahara Africa, said that V-Convention is a veritable platform where QNET underscores its commitment to transparency and accountability.

 

Mr. Biram Fall, QNET’s Regional General Manager (RGM

Mr. Biram Fall, QNET’s Regional General Manager (RGM)

He stated this on Thursday at a webinar organised for Nigerian journalists who have attended the V-Convention (VCON) in Malaysia to share their experiences.

Mr. Fall stated that V-Convention enables stakeholders to witness firsthand the company’s dedication to product quality, ethical business practices, and the empowerment of its IR network.

He also added that V-Convention is an avenue for distributors to deepen product knowledge, engage with company experts in business-building sessions as well as gaining insights from accomplished distributors.

He further emphasized that QNET brings together a diverse assemblage of marketing professionals, experienced business leaders, and global entrepreneurs associated with the QI Group’s flagship business in Penang, Malaysia. “Every year since 2022, QNET invites selected journalists from media outlets in Nigeria to attend this important event.

We recently hosted the first V-Convention of 2024 in May, bringing up to 9,000 attendees. Following QNET’s theme for the year, “Championing You,” the event emphasized QNET’s unwavering commitment to empowering individuals with financial independence and personal growth through our lifestyle and wellness product portfolio.

“This unique platform fosters knowledge exchange, develops new ideas, and propels the industry forward by bringing together a diverse group of experts, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals.

Speaking further Mr. Fall noted that Nigerian Journalists overtime have been invited to Malaysia in order for them to have a firsthand experience of the convention.

According to him, “Every year since 2022, QNET invites selected journalists from media outlets in Nigeria to attend this important event.

“We’re grateful to our media partners who have joined us at various times to mark this important occasion.”

Nigerian journalist who at one time or the other attended the V-Convention (VCON) in Malaysia shared their palatable experiences at various times at the convention.

Starting with Royal Ibeh, a reporter with Leadership Newspaper who attended the VCON 2024 edition said, “It was a great experience. My take home from the VCON experience is how QNET is empowering micro entrepreneurs all over the world, QNET has given them a purpose in life.

“Imagine someone who does not have anything doing, all of a sudden start earning as high as $500,000, all thanks to QNET. I would scream more than them if I was given that opportunity.

“So, that is what I was eager to write about on how Africans can leverage on the direct selling model. I would love to see a time when Africans will be in that hall, celebrating the founders of QNET”.

N’ankwat Dariem of Voice of Nigeria who was at the VCON 2023 noted the significant presence of young entrepreneurs at the event seeking to improve their lives through direct selling. This resonated with Prince Osuagwu of Vanguard Newspaper, VCON attendee 2022 who further highlighted the strong sense of community and support fostered by the event.

He viewed VCON as a platform for knowledge exchange, particularly valuable for replicating success stories in the Nigerian market with its large youth population. Osuagwu was also impressed by QNET’s dedication to innovation, showcasing products that address real-world challenges in Nigeria, such as vertical farming technology and hygiene devices.

Mr. Akeem Ajisafe Abiodun, CEO, Transblue Ltd, said that the goal with the webinar was to gain a deeper understanding of what the V-Convention means for QNET and its stakeholders and to highlight its crucial importance to the direct-selling industry.

He said V-Convention is QNET’s largest gathering of network marketing professionals, experienced business leaders, and global entrepreneurs associated with the QI Group’s flagship business. “QNET is known for its direct-selling business model, which involves selling products directly to consumers through an e-commerce platform. This business model has empowered thousands of people worldwide to become successful entrepreneurs. Direct selling is not only a promising career option but also a route to economic empowerment. The industry provides an appealing opportunity to launch a business with minimal capital or logistic challenges. However, in Nigeria and many African countries, the industry has garnered attention for the wrong reasons due to the prevalence of pyramid schemes and fraudulent practices posing as legitimate direct-selling companies.”

Ajisafe added that V-Convention is a platform that plays a significant role in dispelling the misconception that direct selling is fraudulent. It emphasizes the importance of ethical practices, networking, and building sustainable businesses. The event also highlights the value of direct selling as a means of personal and financial empowerment, showcasing the success stories of entrepreneurs who have built their businesses through QNET’s direct selling model.”

Speaking on the latest trends and Innovation showcased at V-Convention 2024, Ajisafe said that V-Convention provides a platform to showcase the latest trends and innovations in the direct selling industry. This includes the launch of exciting products that enhance customer experiences and increase distributors’ efficiency, as well as exclusive training and empowerment opportunities.

“The recently concluded V-Convention in May was a five-day event that showcased the launch of products such as the Amezcua E-Guard X. This revolutionary device is a unique wellness solution that provides protection for your body from the harmful effects of electro-smog exposure from mobile phones, computers, laptops, and televisions. Additionally, the event introduced the HomePure Rayn, which is the first showerhead to integrate Amezcua Resonance Technology with the high-quality water filtration that the HomePure brand is known for. Lastly, the BHM luxury Swiss watch and jewellery brand introduced a new collection of timepieces titled Alto.

“The event celebrates the power of community by bringing together a diverse group of up to 9,000 individuals from over 30 countries worldwide, creating a dynamic environment for exchanging ideas, sharing success stories, and forming meaningful connections,” Ajisafe said.


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NCC, CBN Unveil Refund Framework for Failed Airtime, Data Transactions

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Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have finalized a consumer protection framework to swiftly resolve complaints from failed airtime and data purchases caused by network outages, system errors, or user mistakes.

NCC, CBN Unveil Refund Framework for Failed Airtime, Data Transactions

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Developed after months of consultations with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Value Added Service (VAS) providers, Deposit Money Banks (DMBs), and other stakeholders, the framework responds to surging reports of debits without service delivery and prolonged resolution delays.

It unites telecom and financial sectors by pinpointing root causes—like debits without service credits—and enforces a Service Level Agreement (SLA) defining roles for all parties in transactions and refunds.

Key provisions include refunds within 30 seconds for debited but undelivered airtime or data (extendable to 24 hours for pending cases), mandatory SMS notifications on transaction status, and remedies for errors such as recharges to ported numbers, wrong purchases, or misdirected transactions.

NCC Consumer Affairs Director, Mrs. Freda Bruce-Bennett, highlighted a new Central Monitoring Dashboard, co-hosted by NCC and CBN, for real-time tracking of failures, culprits, refunds, and SLA violations.

“Failed top-ups are among the top three consumer complaints. True to our mandate, we prioritized a rapid solution,” she stated.

Bruce-Bennett thanked stakeholders, especially CBN leadership, noting that MNOs and banks have already refunded over N10 billion pending formal approval.

Implementation begins March 1, 2026, following regulator approvals and technical integrations by MNOs, VAS providers, and DMBs.


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NASENI Launches Inter-Agency Innovation Competition for MDAs

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National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has announced the launch of an Inter-Agency Innovation Competition and Awards to stimulate creativity and technological advancement among Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government.

NASENI Launches Inter-Agency Innovation Competition for MDAs

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In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, NASENI said the initiative was designed to harness innovative ideas from public servants that can drive indigenous industrialization, job creation and national progress.

According to the agency, the competition will provide a platform for MDAs to propose solutions in critical sectors such as health, agriculture, education and infrastructure, leveraging science and technology to improve public service delivery and enhance the quality of life for Nigerians.

“The competition seeks to promote collaboration and creativity among MDAs while addressing pressing national challenges through innovation,” the statement said.

NASENI urged interested MDAs to submit their entries through its innovation portal at naseni.gov.ng/innovation.

The agency reiterated its statutory mission “to develop and maintain a dynamic infrastructure to drive Nigeria’s indigenous industrialization, job creation and national progress,” adding that the competition would further strengthen efforts to unlock the nation’s potential through science and technology.


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Mandatory Biometric Verification for Starlink Users in Nigeria Begins

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Users of satellite internet service provider Starlink in Nigeria are being required to complete a biometric Know Your Customer (KYC) process as a precondition to continue enjoying their services, according to .biometricupdate.

Mandatory Biometric Verification for Starlink Users in Nigeria Begins

According to local reports, more than 66,000 Starlink subscribers in the country had a December 31 ultimatum from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to complete the biometric verification or have their connection discontinued.

The process essentially entails linking a Starlkink account with the subscriber’s national digital ID.

The NCC, which is Nigeria’s telecoms industry regulator, is said to have first issued the directive in August last year, setting a three-month deadline which was to elapse on November 19, TechCabal reports.

The body however later extended it to December 31 after consultations with industry stakeholders. The internet account-NIN linkage, the NCC said, is to enhance identity verification and strengthen security within the country’s telecoms space.

Just a few days to the December 31 deadline, Starlink’s Nigeria office sent an email to its subscribers reminding them of the KYC requirement, and warned that all those who fail to comply would be disconnected.

And that once disconnected, reconnection would depend on network capacity in the concerned area.

The service provider said in its email that the process takes less than two minutes and users can complete it by logging in to their account via an app.

One user, quoted by TechCabal, said one needs to upload their selfie biometrics, provide their national identification number (NIN) and then give their consent for the account to be linked to their ID information.

Starlink’s internet service is present in about 155 countries with nine million users, as of 2025. Its growth in Nigeria is said to be rapid, making it the second largest internet service provider in the country, according to The Traffic.

Biometric identification for Starlink subscribers could become a continent-wide trend given that some countries have expressed reservations in opening up their internet space to the company over security concerns.

There’ve been fears that jihadists in countries like Mali and Nigeria may have exploited Starlink terminals to coordinate terror operations, and cybersecurity experts have also warned of risks related to weak regulation, digital sovereignty and data breaches.

The requirement for Starlink internet users to have their accounts linked with the NIN is similar to the SIM-NIN linkage policy which the Nigerian government battled to implement for many years, with many deadline extensions.

In October last year, the NCC, which is was at the forefront of the policy implementation, announced that all active SIM cards across all network providers had complied with the directive which was issued in 2020.

The idea, the federal government argued, was to strengthen security and curb criminality such as kidnappings which are aided and abetted by improperly identified mobile phone numbers.


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