Multichoice announces upward review of prices on DStv, GOtv
…As Subscribers Association calls for boycott
By Blessing Emmanuel, Abuja
In a move that will impact subscribers across board, Multichoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv have announced an upward price review for their decoder subscriptions.
This price review which is the fourth this year is set to take effect from Monday, November 6, 2023.
The decision to revise the subscription fees comes as a response to the rising costs of business operations, which have necessitated this challenging but essential step, John Ugbe, the CEO of Multichoice made this known in a message to subscribers.
According to John, the organisation recognises that the change will concern its valued customers noting that it genuinely appreciate customers loyalty and continued support.
“We understand that any price adjustment, no matter the reason, affects our subscribers. Therefore, we want to assure you that this decision was not made lightly, and we remain dedicated to our mission of providing the best entertainment and viewing experience possible.
“Despite the price adjustment, our commitment to delivering high-quality content and unparalleled service remains unwavering. We will continue to strive for excellence in offering a wide range of entertainment options, ensuring that you receive the best possible value for your subscription.
“We would like to express our gratitude to all our subscribers for your continued patronage and support. Your loyalty has enabled us to continually enhance the quality and variety of content we offer. These adjustments will help us maintain and improve the high standards of service and entertainment you have come to expect from DStv and GOtv.
“In the face of these changes, we remain dedicated to keeping you entertained and informed, and we appreciate your understanding and continued trust in us as your preferred entertainment service provider. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these changes, please feel free to reach out to our customer service for assistance.
“Thank you for being a part of the DStv and GOtv family, and we look forward to providing you with top-notch entertainment and service in the years to come,” the statement read.
Starting from Monday, November 6, 2023, the price adjustments will be as follows for DStv packages:
DSTV
– Premium: Old Price – ¦ 24,500, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 29,500
– Compact +: Old Price – ¦ 16,600, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 19,800
– Compact: Old Price – ¦ 10,500, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 12,500
– Confam: Old Price – ¦ 6,200, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 7,400
– Yanga: Old Price – ¦ 3,500, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 4,200
– Padi: Old Price – ¦ 2,500, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 2,950
– HDPVR Access Service: Old Price – ¦ 3,400, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 4,000
– Access Fees: Old Price – ¦ 3,400, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 4,000
– XtraView: Old Price – ¦ 3,400, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 4,000
GOtv Package:
– Supa+: Old Price – ¦ 10,500, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 12,500
– Supa: Old Price – ¦ 6,400, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 7,600
– Max: Old Price – ¦ 4,850, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 5,700
– Jolli: Old Price – ¦ 3,300, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 3,950
– Jinja: Old Price – ¦ 2,250, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 2,700
– Smallie: Old Price – ¦ 1,100, New Price (Monthly) – ¦ 1,300
Meanwhile, the President of the Association of Telephone, Cable TV, and Internet Subscribers of Nigeria (ATCIS), Sina Bilesanmi, has called for a boycott of both DStv and GOtv, deeming the tariff hike exploitative. He emphasised that this marks the fourth price increase by these operators in 2023 in Nigeria.
Bilesanmi urged Nigerians to unite against this exploitation and called on President Tinubu and the National Assembly to intervene, emphasizing the need for Pay Per View options in the market. He expressed disappointment in the operators’ response to their previous letters, which addressed issues like Pay Per View, stating that they had “feigned ignorance” of these letters.
