The Member of Parliament for Pru East, Hon. Emmanuel Kwaku Boam, has raised serious alarm over the growing menace of QNet scams that have allegedly trafficked dozens of young people from his constituency to Côte d’Ivoire and other countries under false job promises.
He revealed that about 30 youths have vanished after falling prey to the fraudulent network, sparking panic among families and constituents.
In a passionate appeal to Parliament, Hon. Boam called on the Minister for Foreign Affairs to disclose measures being taken to rescue and repatriate the victims. He warned that time is running out, as many families have lost all communication with their loved ones, making the situation even more distressing.
A particularly shocking case cited by the MP involved a teacher in the constituency who reportedly sold his house and borrowed funds from relatives to pay for what he believed was a life-changing opportunity — only to vanish without a trace.
“This is no longer just a scam — it’s organized trafficking,” Boam emphasized.
He urged the ministry to urgently work with local authorities and communities to map out hotspots of QNet recruitment and take swift action to prevent further exploitation. Boam called for the prosecution of those behind the racket and a coordinated national awareness campaign to warn the public, especially young job seekers.
Hon. Boam stressed the emotional and psychological toll the scam has taken on affected families, describing it as a humanitarian crisis that demands immediate intervention. He pleaded with the Foreign Affairs Ministry to prioritise the return of the victims and clamp down on the QNet syndicate before more lives are destroyed.
