New DStv Packages in Nigeria 2026: Prices, Channels and Changes
DStv is introducing major changes to its subscription packages in Nigeria, promising subscribers more entertainment, expanded sports coverage, and greater flexibility in choosing their preferred TV services.
MultiChoice Nigeria, a CANAL+ company, announced the new package structure, which is scheduled to take effect on November 5, 2026. The development represents one of the most significant changes to DStv’s package lineup in recent years.
Under the new arrangement, the familiar package names will give way to a simplified selection of four major subscription options: DStv Starter, DStv Select, DStv Sports and DStv Premium.
The company says the changes are designed to address changing entertainment preferences, reduce confusion when choosing subscriptions and make more content available to different categories of viewers.
However, the announcement also raises an important question for Nigerian households: will the new packages offer enough value to convince existing subscribers to remain with DStv and encourage former or potential customers to return?
This article examines the new DStv packages, their prices, the major changes, the reasons behind the restructuring and what the development could mean for the company’s business and Nigerian subscribers.
New DStv packages and subscription prices in Nigeria
The new DStv subscription structure will feature four packages, with monthly prices ranging from ₦6,000 to ₦44,500.
Here is a breakdown of the new packages and what subscribers should expect.
| New package | Monthly price | Main features |
| DStv Starter | ₦6,000 | Local entertainment, movies, dramas, selected Premier League and Champions League matches |
| DStv Select | ₦11,000 | Family entertainment, movies, international and local series, children’s programmes and selected sports |
| DStv Sports | ₦21,000 | Every Premier League and Champions League match, WWE, UFC, NBA content and entertainment |
| DStv Premium | ₦44,500 | All Sports package content, Formula 1, MotoGP, Grand Slam tennis, major golf tournaments and premium M-Net series |
What each package offers
- DStv Starter – ₦6,000 monthly
DStv Starter is the entry-level package designed for customers who want access to affordable entertainment. Previously known as DStv Access, the new Starter package comes with 10 additional channels and introduces two important channels:
- SuperSport KICKOFF, featuring the Premier League Match of the Week and selected UEFA Champions League matches.
- Africa Magic+, offering local and international entertainment.
It also provides access to movies, dramas, music, telenovelas and other entertainment programmes.
The inclusion of selected major football matches at this price could make Starter particularly attractive to football lovers who cannot afford higher subscription packages.
- DStv Select – ₦11,000 monthly
DStv Select replaces the former Family package and is designed for households looking for a wider entertainment experience.
The package combines:
- Local and international movies.
- African television series.
- International entertainment programmes.
- Children’s channels.
- Selected football and other sporting events.
- Refreshed movie channels, including M-Net Movies+, M-Net Stars and M-Net Legends.
It is particularly suitable for families with different entertainment preferences.
- DStv Sports – ₦21,000 monthly
This is arguably one of the most interesting additions to the new DStv lineup.
For the first time, DStv is introducing a package specifically designed around sports enthusiasts.
At ₦21,000 monthly, subscribers will enjoy:
- Every English Premier League match.
- Every UEFA Champions League match.
- WWE wrestling.
- UFC.
- UEFA Europa League.
- ESPN sports content, including NBA coverage.
- The general entertainment channels available on DStv Select.
The package addresses a longstanding concern among Nigerian football fans who have had to subscribe to more expensive bouquets to access their favourite competitions.
By bringing major football competitions together under one package, MultiChoice could attract more sports enthusiasts who previously found the cost of watching football on DStv too expensive.
- DStv Premium – ₦44,500 monthly
DStv Premium remains the company’s flagship package, retaining its existing name and monthly price.
It offers everything available on DStv Sports, with additional premium sporting competitions and entertainment.
Subscribers will enjoy:
- Formula 1.
- MotoGP.
- Grand Slam tennis tournaments.
- Major international golf tournaments.
- Premium international series on M-Net.
- The complete sports and entertainment offering available on lower packages.
This package is targeted at viewers who want comprehensive international sports coverage and premium entertainment.
Comparison between the old and new DStv packages
One of the biggest changes is the reduction of the six familiar subscription packages to four major options.
Before the announcement, DStv Nigeria had Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Confam, Yanga and Padi.
The new structure removes these familiar names and replaces them with a simplified lineup.
| Previous package | Old monthly price | New package structure |
| Premium | ₦44,500 | Premium – ₦44,500 |
| Compact Plus | ₦30,000 | Sports – ₦21,000 |
| Compact | ₦19,000 | Sports – ₦21,000 |
| Confam | ₦11,000 | Select – ₦11,000 |
| Yanga | ₦6,000 | Starter – ₦6,000 |
| Padi | ₦4,400 | No direct equivalent announced |
The table compares previous prices with the new package lineup, not a confirmed one-to-one channel migration. The final content available on each tier should be checked against DStv’s official channel list.
An important development is the introduction of the ₦21,000 Sports package.
Previously, subscribers paid ₦30,000 for Compact Plus to access a broad selection of premium sports. The new Sports package is ₦9,000 cheaper than that previous price, while promising every Premier League and Champions League match.
However, customers should understand that the new Sports package is not necessarily identical to the old Compact Plus bouquet in every channel and entertainment category.
The removal of Padi also means that subscribers who previously paid ₦4,400 monthly will need to consider the new ₦6,000 entry-level option or another available television service.
Why is DStv changing its packages in Nigeria?
The new package structure is not simply a change of names. It reflects a broader business strategy by MultiChoice and its new parent company, CANAL+, to reposition DStv in a changing African entertainment market.
There are several reasons behind the decision.
1. Increasing competition from streaming platforms
The entertainment industry is changing rapidly. More Nigerians now consume entertainment through internet-based platforms, smartphones, tablets and smart televisions.
Services offering movies, television series and live entertainment on demand have increased competition for traditional pay-TV providers.
DStv must therefore find ways to remain relevant to customers who increasingly expect flexibility in how and where they watch television.
The introduction of standalone DStv Stream subscriptions from ₦6,000 monthly is part of this strategy. Customers can access the service on compatible devices without necessarily purchasing a satellite decoder or installing a dish.
2. Declining affordability among Nigerian households
Nigeria’s economic realities have made entertainment subscriptions a significant expense for many households.
Repeated increases in the cost of living have forced consumers to reconsider their spending priorities.
For some families, paying between ₦19,000 and ₦44,500 monthly for television entertainment is becoming difficult.
By introducing a more clearly segmented package structure and bringing all Premier League and Champions League matches into a ₦21,000 sports package, DStv is attempting to make its services more attractive to customers who are sensitive to subscription costs.
3. Changing customer preferences
Not every DStv subscriber watches the same programmes.
Some customers are primarily interested in football, while others prefer Nigerian movies, international series, children’s programmes and documentaries.
The previous package arrangement required some customers to pay for a broader collection of channels than they actually watched.
The new structure attempts to address this problem by separating general entertainment from premium sports.
For example, a football enthusiast can choose DStv Sports, while a family primarily interested in movies and children’s programmes can select DStv Select.
This approach gives customers more control over their entertainment spending.
4. Integration with CANAL+ and a broader African strategy
Another important reason is MultiChoice’s integration into the CANAL+ Group.
The integration provides opportunities for collaboration in content acquisition, technology, production, distribution and business operations.
The new package arrangement is part of a wider strategy to modernise the company’s operations and improve its competitiveness across African markets.
It also creates opportunities to expand African storytelling and distribute locally produced content to international audiences.
5. The need to attract new subscribers and retain existing customers
The previous subscription structure had become increasingly difficult for some customers to justify, particularly as alternative entertainment services gained popularity.
Rather than depending solely on subscription increases, MultiChoice is now attempting to attract customers through new products, more accessible sports offerings and simplified package choices.
