Moments after pay TV company, Multichoice Nigeria announced increases in tariffs for the packages on its DSTV and GOTV bouquets, some subscribers have taken to X expressing their dissatisfaction BrandSpur Nigeria reports.
According to Multichoice, the new rates will take effect from May 1st, 2024. A sample of the message sent to DStv Premium subscribers’ decoders reads; “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. So, from Wednesday, 1 May 2024, the price adjustment will take effect.”
Reacting to the announcement, some subscribers expressed dissatisfaction with the increased cost of the service, especially in light of the current economic situation in the country.
They argue that the new rates are too high and may not be affordable for many Nigerians, particularly those on low incomes.
Went to the Supermarket today to get foodstuffs & the price of everything has increased 20x. Got back home & I just received a text message from MultiChoice for price increase on my DSTV package.
But can we blame them this time? This economy is not helping anyone at all.
— LERRY (@_AsiwajuLerry) April 24, 2024
Dstv subscription 37k, damn hate watching Chelsea and Manchester United just got expensive but I'll be there….. 😋 pic.twitter.com/BYnKIcjzgr
— BLAC™ (@ArseLegend) April 24, 2024
37k for DSTV make Hip TV continue to dey spoil my ear drum ? pic.twitter.com/ddlpnLFp8K
— Prom Prom🌚 (@effizzzyy) April 24, 2024
So the monthly price for DSTV package in Nigeria is more than the country’s minimum wage!! I’m not paying again
MBC 2 Home of movies 😂— AshMan (@A_Namadee) April 24, 2024
Since DSTV increase their subscription, YouTube come dey sweet me pic.twitter.com/RDFSs0zNS9
— 𝙳𝚊𝚗𝚗𝚢𝚋𝚎𝚗 ☻ (@IamDannyben) April 24, 2024
I’m convinced DSTV is a money laundering scheme, there’s no way 100+ channels can be this boring.
— 𝕯𝖆𝛎𝖎𝐝🧘🏾♂️ (@David_pattt) April 24, 2024
It is pay per View in South Africa, but here in Nigeria you people keep increasing the view charges Lai sina
Multi choice(DSTV)eni sorire Oooo👏— Pastor Keu 🇨🇦 🇨🇦 (@AdeyemiSijuwade) April 24, 2024
netflix: 5,000
dstv: 25,000
electricity: 50,000
internet: 30,000
fuel: 100,000salary: 33,000
😂😂😂😂
— 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐄𝐒 (@ChaaliiyKay) April 24, 2024
If you visit me this period and you meet my DSTV on Channel 100, please mind your business. 🥺 I love seeing adverts.
— Abuja President ⚖️🇳🇬 (@AbujaPresident) April 24, 2024
