DStv and GOtv Package Shake-up Gets Nigerians Talking

MultiChoice Nigeria has introduced a new subscription structure for DStv and GOtv, giving subscribers different package options and changing where some popular entertainment and football channels can be accessed.

The changes took effect on November 5, 2026, and have attracted attention from Nigerian households, particularly football fans who want to enjoy live matches without paying for the most expensive subscription.

Under the new arrangement, both platforms now have four main packages. MultiChoice says the restructuring is designed to simplify subscriptions, improve content access and give customers more flexibility.

However, the big question for many subscribers is whether the new packages offer better value for the money they spend every month.

##What is changing in the new packages?

The biggest change is the introduction of four package levels on each platform, replacing the previous subscription structure.

For DStv, the new packages and monthly prices are:

-Starter: ₦6,000

-Select: ₦11,000

-Sports: ₦21,000

-Premium: ₦44,500

GOtv also has four options:

-Easy: ₦4,000

-Starter: ₦6,000

-Select: ₦11,000

-Sports: ₦21,000

The packages contain different combinations of local and international entertainment, children's programmes, movies and sports.

One notable addition is Africa Magic+, which brings Nigerian and other African entertainment to the lower DStv subscription levels.

There are also changes to movie channels. M-Net Movies 1 and 2 have been combined into M-Net Movies+, while other movie channels have been renamed and reorganised.

According to Premium Times, MultiChoice introduced the changes under its Expect More campaign, with the company saying it wants to simplify package selection and respond to changing viewing habits.

##The cheaper football access angle

One of the biggest talking points is the opportunity for some subscribers to watch selected football matches without paying for the higher-priced packages.

The new SuperSport KICKOFF channel is available on DStv Starter, which costs ₦6,000 monthly. It offers selected football fixtures, including the Premier League Match of the Week and selected UEFA Champions League matches.

This means subscribers who mainly want to follow selected big games have a cheaper option than paying for the full sports package.

However, there is an important difference: Starter does not provide every Premier League or Champions League match.

For viewers who want complete coverage of both competitions, DStv Sports costs ₦21,000 monthly. It includes every Premier League and Champions League match, alongside other sporting content.

Premium remains the highest-priced option at ₦44,500, with additional sports such as Formula 1, MotoGP, tennis and golf.

The new structure therefore gives football fans a choice between paying less for selected matches and spending more for wider coverage.

##What happens to existing subscribers?

Subscribers do not necessarily need to buy a new decoder or immediately change their accounts.

MultiChoice says existing customers will be moved to corresponding packages automatically, with the migration taking place in phases.

According to the company's earlier announcement, some previous DStv packages will move as follows:

-DStv Access to Starter.

-DStv Family to Select.

-DStv Compact to Sports.

-DStv Compact Plus to Premium.

The company also said customers who had already paid for several months would retain the remaining subscription period they purchased.

Subscribers should still check their account through the MyDStv or MyGOtv app, or contact customer care to confirm their new package and the channels included.

##Why Nigerians are paying attention

Television subscriptions have become an important monthly expense for many Nigerian households. Between food, transport, electricity, internet and other bills, customers increasingly want to know exactly what they are paying for.

The new DStv GOtv new packages structure comes at a time when viewers have more entertainment choices, including online streaming platforms and other digital services.

For football supporters, access to live matches is particularly important. Some may be comfortable watching only selected games, while others want every fixture involving their favourite clubs.

That difference can determine whether a subscriber chooses a ₦6,000 package or spends ₦21,000 every month.

The changes also raise questions about affordability. Although the new structure offers additional content at lower levels, subscribers must compare the prices and channel lists with their actual viewing habits before deciding whether the new arrangement works for them.

For MultiChoice Nigeria 2026, the restructuring is an attempt to retain subscribers by offering more clearly defined choices. Whether customers consider it better value will depend on the channels they actually watch and how much they are willing to spend.

The football channel changes may be the biggest attraction for sports lovers, but the real test will be whether the new packages deliver enough value to keep Nigerian households subscribed.