MultiChoice Nigeria, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, on Monday announced a price hike on its subscription packages from Saturday, March 1, 2025.
New Subscription Rates for DStv and GOtv
DStv New Prices (Monthly Subscription)
Premium: ₦44,500
Compact+: ₦30,000
Compact: ₦19,000
Confam: ₦11,000
Yanga: ₦6,000
Padi: ₦4,400
HDPVR Access Service: ₦6,000
Access Fees: ₦6,000
XtraView: ₦6,000
GOtv New Prices (Monthly Subscription)
Supa+: ₦16,800
Supa: ₦11,400
Max: ₦8,500
Jolli: ₦5,800
Jinja: ₦3,900
Smallie: ₦1,900
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As prices rise, Nigerian viewers are exploring alternative options, ranging from streaming platforms to affordable pay-TV services.
Here are 10 cost-effective substitutes:
1. Showmax
A streaming service offering Nollywood content, international movies, and live sports.
2. Netflix
Provides a vast collection of Nollywood and global content, with flexible subscription plans.
3. Amazon Prime Video
Features exclusive TV shows and movies, including Nigerian productions.
4. YouTube Premium
Allows ad-free video streaming and access to exclusive YouTube Originals.
5. IrokoTV
A Nigerian-based platform specializing in Nollywood films and African series.
6. Airtel TV
Offers a mix of local and international channels, available for Airtel subscribers.
7. MTN TV+
Provides affordable mobile streaming with access to various entertainment options.
8. FreeTV Nigeria
A government-backed free-to-air service providing local and international stations.
9. TStv Africa
A Nigerian pay-TV service with pay-as-you-watch pricing models.
10. StarTimes
A direct competitor to DStv and GOtv, offering diverse entertainment at lower costs.
With the new DStv and GOtv prices set to take effect, subscribers must weigh their options. Whether sticking with traditional pay-TV or exploring cost-effective streaming and satellite alternatives, Nigerian viewers now have more choices than ever.
As public outcry continues, it remains to be seen whether regulatory bodies will intervene or if the market will naturally shift toward more flexible and budget-friendly services.