Subscribers of Showmax in Nigeria are set to benefit from a transitional offer following the platform’s discontinuation on April 30, 2026, as parent company MultiChoice Group begins migrating users to its unified streaming service.
As part of the transition strategy, eligible customers will receive temporary trial access to DStv Stream Compact before being offered a discounted subscription plan priced at ₦6,500 per month for 12 months, representing more than 65 per cent reduction compared to standard pricing.
The migration is part of a broader restructuring of streaming services under the CANAL+ ecosystem, aimed at consolidating content delivery into a single digital platform known as DStv Stream.
The offer provides users with access to a wider entertainment catalogue, including live television channels, international movies and series, children’s programming, and sports content via SuperSport, available across mobile devices and smart televisions.
Brandspur Brand News Desk reports that only eligible Showmax subscribers who signed up directly and do not currently hold active DStv subscriptions will qualify for the transition package, with communication being sent directly to registered email accounts.
According to the transition framework, users will receive free access to DStv Stream Compact until the end of May 2026, after which they can continue at the discounted rate provided their subscriptions remain active and payments are up to date.
Existing DStv customers who already access Showmax through bundled packages are excluded from the promotional offer, while standalone subscribers will be required to manually migrate through a sign-up process communicated via email.
The company has also confirmed that unused subscription balances for customers choosing not to migrate will be eligible for refunds in line with standard terms, while automated payments to Showmax will cease following the service shutdown.
Industry observers say the move reflects a strategic shift toward platform consolidation in the global streaming market, as media companies streamline services to improve content distribution efficiency and subscriber retention.
