Multichoice has increased the prices of DStv and GOtv packages amid hardship in Nigeria.
NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Multichoice Nigeria, operators of DStv and GOtv, have announced a price increase for its subscription packages amid widespread economic hardship in the country.
The new prices, according to Multichoice will take effect from May 1, 2024, a few months after its last price upward review.
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This was announced in a statement titled, ‘Price Adjustment on DStv and GOtv Packages,’ read in part: “On Wednesday, 1 May 2024 we will adjust our prices across all our packages on DStv and GOtv.
“We understand the impact this change may have on you our valued customer, but the rise in the cost of business operations has led us to make this difficult decision.
“It remains our mission to provide the best entertainment and viewing experience to you and are committed to continue to deliver high-quality content and unparalleled service.”
Cable TV blamed the latest increase on the “rise in the cost of business operations.”
The new prices for DStv packages are:
Premium: N37,000
Compact Plus: N25,000
Compact: N15,700
Confam: N9,300
Yanga: N5,100
Padi: N3,600
HDPVR Access Service: N5,000
Access Fees: 5,000
XtraView: N5,000
The new prices for GOtv packages are:
Supa+: N15,700
Supa: N9,600
Max: N7,200
Jolli: N4,850
Jinja: N3,300
Smallie: N1,575