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  1. Nigerians Relieved as MultiChoice Complies with Court Order, Reduces DStv and GOtv Prices

    Nigeria Nigerians Relieved as MultiChoice Complies with Court Order, Reduces DStv and GOtv Prices

    Multichoice has adjusted subscription rates for DStv and GOtv in Nigeria following a court order halting planned price hikes. The new prices reflect significant reductions across various packages, aiming to retain subscribers and comply with regulatory mandates. This decision comes amid a...
  2. Sports Betting Emerges as Growth Engine for Multichoice Amid DSTV Woes

    Nigeria Sports Betting Emerges as Growth Engine for Multichoice Amid DSTV Woes

    Multichoice is relying on its sports betting division Kingmakers for growth as DSTV pay-TV subscribers decline, with Kingmakers seeing a 37% user increase and 26% revenue growth in Nigeria. Multichoice, the pay-TV operator, is increasingly turning to its sports betting division, Kingmakers, for...
  3. MultiChoice to Challenge N150M Fine, Free Subscription Order by Tribunal

    Nigeria MultiChoice to Challenge N150M Fine, Free Subscription Order by Tribunal

    MultiChoice to appeal N150M fine, free subscription order by consumer tribunal over price hike notice. Pay-TV giant disagrees with a ruling on jurisdiction, citing previous judgments. MultiChoice Nigeria, the leading pay-TV operator in the country, has announced its intention to appeal the...
  4. MultiChoice Slapped with N150M Fine, Ordered to Compensate Nigerians with Free Subscription

    Nigeria MultiChoice Slapped with N150M Fine, Ordered to Compensate Nigerians with Free Subscription

    Tribunal fines MultiChoice N150M, orders one-month free subscription for defying court order on price hike. Ruling addresses notice period, not price regulation, asserting jurisdiction over consumer rights. In a significant ruling, the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) has...
  5. Nigerians Fume as FCCPC Fails to Intervene in MultiChoice Price Increases

    Nigeria Nigerians Fume as FCCPC Fails to Intervene in MultiChoice Price Increases

    Nigeria's consumer watchdog FCCPC declined to intervene as pay-TV operator MultiChoice implemented price hikes for its DStv and GOtv packages, drawing criticism over lack of action. In a move that has drawn criticism from consumer advocates, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection...
  6. Coastal Highway Upgrades: DStv, GOtv Subscribers Brace for Service Disruptions

    Nigeria Coastal Highway Upgrades: DStv, GOtv Subscribers Brace for Service Disruptions

    DStv and GOtv users along Nigeria's coastal regions anticipate service disruptions due to upgrades along the coastal highway. As infrastructure improvements aim to boost connectivity, subscribers prepare for outages, underscoring the impact on satellite TV services in the area. In a significant...
  7. Nigerians Outraged as Multichoice Proceeds with DSTV, Gotv Subscription Increases Despite Court Order

    Nigeria Nigerians Outraged as Multichoice Proceeds with DSTV, Gotv Subscription Increases Despite Court Order

    Multichoice Nigeria, a prominent Pay TV provider, has proceeded with the upward adjustment of its prices for DStv and GOtv subscribers, despite a recent court ruling prohibiting the company from raising rates. On April 24, the company announced its intention to increase prices for its DStv and...
  8. Relief for Viewers: Tribunal Blocks MultiChoice's Tariff Hike for DStv, Gotv Amid Backlash

    Nigeria Relief for Viewers: Tribunal Blocks MultiChoice's Tariff Hike for DStv, Gotv Amid Backlash

    Abuja's Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) has issued an interim order preventing Multi-Choice Nigeria Limited from implementing its proposed tariff and service cost hikes, scheduled to take effect on May 1. The three-member tribunal, led by Saratu Shafii, granted the order...
  9. Nigerians Weigh Options as DSTV Prices Soar: Here Are Five Alternatives

    Nigeria Nigerians Weigh Options as DSTV Prices Soar: Here Are Five Alternatives

    Multichoice, the broadcasting giant, has announced a price hike for its DSTV and GOtv packages in Nigeria, effective May 1, 2024. This move comes just four months after its last increment, stirring mixed reactions among subscribers. The new prices affect various packages, with significant...
  10. FCCPC Launches Probe into MultiChoice Price Rises for DSTV, GOtv Subscriptions

    Nigeria FCCPC Launches Probe into MultiChoice Price Rises for DSTV, GOtv Subscriptions

    In a bid to safeguard consumer interests amidst recent price hikes by MultiChoice Nigeria, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has announced plans to conduct a thorough review of the subscription increases on DSTV and GOtv packages. Adamu Abdullahi, the Acting CEO...
  11. DStv and GOtv Prices to Surge by Approx. 25%: New Rates Unveiled

    Nigeria DStv and GOtv Prices to Surge by Approx. 25%: New Rates Unveiled

    As Multichoice prepares to implement a substantial subscription increase for its DStv and GOtv services, subscribers are gearing up for the impact on their wallets. Effective May 1st, users will experience an approximate 25% surge in their subscription fees, prompting widespread frustration...
  12. DStv and GOtv Users Express Frustration Over Upcoming 25% Subscription Increase Starting May 1st

    Nigeria DStv and GOtv Users Express Frustration Over Upcoming 25% Subscription Increase Starting May 1st

    Multichoice's announcement of a price adjustment on its DStv and GOtv packages, effective from May 1, 2024, has stirred reactions from Nigerians. The planned increase, reported to be about 25%, has sparked frustration among subscribers who are already grappling with economic challenges. Many...
  13. MultiChoice Faces Potential Takeover as Canal+ Group Offers $1.69 Billion Deal

    Nigeria MultiChoice Faces Potential Takeover as Canal+ Group Offers $1.69 Billion Deal

    French TV channel Canal+ Group has officially expressed its intent to acquire all shares of South Africa's MultiChoice for an impressive $1.69 billion. Canal+, a significant shareholder with a 31.67 percent stake, aims to offer 105 rand in cash per share, signaling a remarkable 40 percent...
  14. Multichoice Reverses Decision: AFCON 2023 Matches Now on Supersports

    Nigeria Multichoice Reverses Decision: AFCON 2023 Matches Now on Supersports

    Multichoice, the parent company of DStv, has made a surprising U-turn, announcing that it will broadcast all 52 matches of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament on its Supersports channels. The earlier decision not to broadcast on SuperSport channels due to failed rights acquisition had...
  15. NTA Secures Exclusive Rights to Air 2023 AFCON's 52 Matches, Filling the DSTV Void

    Nigeria NTA Secures Exclusive Rights to Air 2023 AFCON's 52 Matches, Filling the DSTV Void

    The National Television Authority (NTA) has secured the exclusive rights to broadcast all 52 matches of the upcoming 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). This announcement follows MultiChoice's recent decision not to broadcast the tournament on SuperSport (SS). "In a groundbreaking move, the...
  16. SuperSport Stuns Fans: No Live Coverage for AFCON 2023 Due to Broadcasting Rights Woes

    Nigeria SuperSport Stuns Fans: No Live Coverage for AFCON 2023 Due to Broadcasting Rights Woes

    SuperSport, Africa's largest pay TV broadcaster, has announced its decision not to broadcast the highly anticipated 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The revelation comes as the network failed to secure rights for the tournament, leaving fans in the dark about the fate of their viewing...
  17. Multichoice Raises DStv, GOTV Prices Following $72M Forex Loss

    Nigeria Multichoice Raises DStv, GOTV Prices Following $72M Forex Loss

    In response to a staggering $72 million forex loss revealed in its recent financial statement, Multichoice has implemented a substantial price increase across its offerings in Nigeria. The company's revised price list indicates a widespread 20% hike in packages, marking the second such...
  18. MultiChoice Reports $50.2 Million After-Tax Loss and Challenges in Subscriber Numbers

    Africa MultiChoice Reports $50.2 Million After-Tax Loss and Challenges in Subscriber Numbers

    MultiChoice, a leading media company, has encountered significant financial challenges, reporting an after-tax loss of R911 million ($50.2 million) for the six months spanning April 1 to September 30, 2023. This marks a substantial downturn compared to the R55 million after-tax profit reported...
  19. DSTV Raises Subscription Fees for the Second Time in 2023, Sparking Public Outcry

    Nigeria DSTV Raises Subscription Fees for the Second Time in 2023, Sparking Public Outcry

    In a move that has left many Nigerians grappling with financial concerns, Multichoice, the owners of DSTV Nigeria, has announced another subscription fee increase. This hike, which amounts to at least 16 percent depending on the bouquet, follows a previous fee adjustment earlier in the year...
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    Business DStv: Pay-as-you-go services underway for Nigerians — Rep member – Vanguard Nigeria News

    https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/04/dstv-pay-as-you-go-services-underway-for-nigerians-rep-member/
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