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DStv Nigeria Packages/Bouquets & Subscription – The Complete Guide

We all love to watch our favorite movies, series, and sports comfortably at all times.

Imagine you get back home after a stressful day, sit relaxed in your soft-cushioned chair with your legs on the table,  and switch on the TV to watch your favorite show –  peacefully without any interruption.

Interesting, right?

That’s one reason why you need DStv.

This pay TV is one of the best satellite cable TV providers in Nigeria. The service is offered by Multichoice, a famous service provider across the continent.

DStv is the right choice for individuals, families, kids, companies, and sports lovers to catch fun. Their services are enjoyed and loved by millions of customers both within and outside Nigeria.

You need a decoder and subscription plan to enjoy any channel of your choice on DStv.

Lets’ take a close look at the types of DStv decoders and their prices.

 

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DSTV Decoder Types and Prices

Dstv decoder prices vary depending on the type; the HD decoder and the explora decoder.

DStv (Single View) HD Decoder

DStv HD Decoder

This decoder comes in a small package but offers a range of entertainment. It provides high-quality pictures and is available with interactive apps and user-friendly HD menus. It also offers some great features like XtraView, parental control, and front panel controls.

 

DStv Explora Decoder

DStv Explora

With DStv Explora, you even get much more features. It allows you to record an entire season of your favorite series by just pressing the “i” button on your remote. The PVRing feature enables you to rewind and fast forward your shows.

Although the decoder is more expensive, it’s worth every penny.

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Other features include parental control, personalize TV, HD viewing, box office, Instant search, and  DStv box office, which helps you connect to the internet and download the series you missed.

DStv Nigeria Bouquets/Packages, Subscription Prices, and Channels

DStv Nigeria provides a range of packages which you can choose from according to your wants and financial capability. Take your time to check out the plan that works best for you.

 

1. DStv Access Package

This is a small package that offers you entertainment with up to 82 mind-blowing channels. It is the cheapest of all packages and is available at an affordable price. The subscription costs ₦1,900 per month.

DStv Access

 

DStv Access Channels

The package offers 82 channels from various categories. Here’s the list…

 

Categories Channels
Audio
BBC African Languages, BBC World Service, BBC World Radio 2, TransAfrica Radio, Rhythm FM, World Radio Network, RAYFM, Channel Islam InternationaleRadio France Internationale, Voice of America, Star FM
 Children Nickelodeon, Disney Junior, Mindset, JimJam
 Documentary
Nat Geo Wild
 Entertainment and Movies

AfricaMagic World, AfricaMagic Hausa, AfricaMagic Yoruba, AfricaMagic Igbo, B4U Movies, Vox Africa, Maisha Magic Bongo, Telemundo, E! Entertainment Television, Discovery Family, Televista, Eva +, Galaxy TV, Maisha Magic East, M-Net Movies Zone, Zee World

 Lifestyle and culture Spice TV, Fashion One
 Local Channels NTA I, Lagos TV, Channels, Arewa 24, Adom TV, AIT, Silverbird, MiTV, Joy News, WAPTV, K24, Wazobia Max
 Music TRACE Naija, Hip TV, Sound City
 News and commerce Al Jazeera, eTV Africa, TVC News, NDTV24x7, EuroNews, Arise News, SABC News, BBC World News, CNC World, Bloomberg Television, CNBC Africa
 Religion IQRAA, Islam Channel, Emmanuel TV, TBN, Dove TV, TV Mundial, DayStar, Faith Broadcast Network, Eternal Word Television Network
 Specialist
CCTV Entertainment, CCTV 4, RTP Internacional, China Movie Channel, TV5 Monde Afrique, RAI International, Jiantsu Television, Shanghai Dragon TV, Hunan TV, Phoenix News and Entertainment
 Sport SuperSport Blitz, SuperSport 9, SuperSport 4 (HD/SD)

 


2. DStv Family Package

Just like the name implies, this package is the right choice for your family. It offers more channels than DStv access package.

The package makes sure you get a lot more entertainment and you and your family members don’t go out of shows to watch. It is specially tailored for a family get-together.

The subscription is currently priced at ₦3,800 per month.

DStv Family

 

 DStv Family Channels

Check out the list of the 99 channels you’ll enjoy using this plan.

 

Categories Channels
Audio
Radio France Internationale, BBC African Languages, Star FM, BBC World Service, TransAfrica Radio, Voice of America, Rhythm FM, World Radio Network, RAYFM, Channel Islam InternationaleBBC World Radio 2
 Children Nickelodeon, Boomerang, Disney Junior, JimJam, Cartoon Network, Mindset
 Documentary
Nat Geo Wild
 Entertainment and Movies

AfricaMagic World, AfricaMagic Hausa, AfricaMagic Yoruba,  M-Net City, AfricaMagic Igbo, B4U Movies, Vox Africa, Trybe, Maisha Magic Bongo, Universal Channel (SD/HD), Telemundo, E! Entertainment Television, CBS Reality, Discovery Family, FOX (SD/HD), Televista, Eva, Eva+, Galaxy TV, Maisha Magic East, FOX Life, M-Net Movies Zone, Zee World, Sony Entertainment Television, AfricaMagic Family, AfricaMagic Epic Movies

 Life style and culture Spice TV, Fashion One
 Local Channels NTA I, Lagos TV, Wazobia Max, Channels, Arewa 24, AIT,  MiTV, Joy News,  Adom TV,WAPTV, K24, Silverbird
 Music TRACE Naija, MTV Base, Hip TV, Sound City, AFRO Music English, Planet Radio TV
 News and commerce Al Jazeera, , TVC News, Bloomberg Television, NDTV24x7, EuroNews, Arise News, eTV Africa, BBC World News, CNC World,  CNBC Africa, SABC News
 Religion Islam Channel, IQRAA, Emmanuel TV, TBN,  Eternal Word Television Network, Dove TV, TV Mundial, DayStar, Faith Broadcast Network
 Specialist
CCTV Entertainment, CCTV 4, TV5 Monde Afrique, RTP Internacional,  RAI International,  Shanghai Dragon TV, Hunan TV, China Movie Channel, Jiantsu Television, Phoenix News and Entertainment
 Sport SuperSport Blitz,  SuperSport 4 (HD/SD), SuperSport 3 (HD/SD), SuperSport 9, SuperSport 8,  SuperSport 7 Nigeria

 

3. DStv Compact Package

The Compact package offers a whole lot more channels than the two above. It provides both local and kids’ entertainment at a monthly subscription fee of ₦6,300.

DStv Compact

DStv Compact Channels

This is the complete list of the 147 channels you get with DStv compact.

 

Categories Channels
Audio
Radio France Internationale, BBC African Languages, DMX – Gospel, Star FM, DMX – Smooth Jazz, BBC World Service, TransAfrica Radio, DMX – Classic Jazz, DMX – Blues, Voice of America, DMX – Symphonic,
Rhythm FM, World Radio Network, RAYFM, Channel Islam InternationaleBBC World Radio 2, DMX – African Rhythms, DMX – Italian Contemporary,  DMX – Beautiful Instrumentals, DMX – Light Classical, DMX – Arias and Overtures, DMX – Chamber Music, DMX – French Contemporary, DMX – Adult Contemporary, DMX – Y2K Hits, 

DMX – Contemporary Instrumentals, DMX – Familiar Favourites, DMX – Soft Hits, DMX – Love Songs, DMX – Metro Blends, DMX – Cityscapes, DMX – Groove Lounge, DMX – House Party, DMX – Power Hits, DMX – Dance, DMX -Trots Afrikaans, DMX – Campus Rock, DMX – Alternative, DMX – Hard Rock, DMX – Classic Rock, DMX – Golden Oldies, DMX – Classic R&B, DMX – Urban Adult Contemporary, DMX – Urban Beat, DMX – Reggae, DMX – Modern Country, DMX – Traditional Country
 Children Nickelodeon, Disney XD, Boomerang, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, JimJam, NickTOONS, Cartoon Network, Mindset, Cbeebies, NickJr
 Documentary
Nat Geo Wild, National Geographic Channel, CCTV Documentary
Entertainment and Movies

AfricaMagic World, M-Net Action, AfricaMagic Hausa, M-Net Movies All Stars, AfricaMagic Yoruba,  M-Net City, Studio Universal, AfricaMagic Igbo, Vuzu (SD/HD), B4U Movies, Vox Africa, Trybe, Maisha Magic Bongo, Universal Channel (SD/HD), ROK, Telemundo, E! Entertainment Television, CBS Reality, BBC Brit, Discovery Family, FOX (SD/HD), Televista, Eva, Eva+, Galaxy TV, BET International, Maisha Magic East, FOX Life, M-Net Movies Zone, Zee World, ITV Choice (SD/HD), Sony Entertainment Television, AfricaMagic Family, AfricaMagic Epic Movies, Sony Max

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 Lifestyle and culture Spice TV, Fashion One, Food Network, Discovery IDx, BBC Lifestyle, Discovery TLC Entertainment
 Local Channels Joy News
 Music TRACE Naija, MTV Base, Hip TV, Sound City, AFRO Music English, Planet Radio TV, TRACE Mziki
 News and commerce Arise News, Al Jazeera, TVC News, Bloomberg Television, NDTV24x7,  CNBC Africa, EuroNews,  eTV Africa, BBC World News, CNC World,  SABC News
 Religion  IQRAA, Islam Channel, Dove TV, Emmanuel TV, TBN, Eternal Word Television Network, DayStar, Faith Broadcast Network, TV Mundial
 Specialist
CCTV Entertainment, CCTV 4, TV5 Monde Afrique, RTP Internacional, Jiantsu Television, Phoenix News and Entertainment, RAI International,  Shanghai Dragon TV, China Movie Channel, Hunan TV
 Sport SuperSport Blitz, SuperSport 3 (HD/SD), SuperSport 8, SuperSport 9, SuperSport 4 (HD/SD), SuperSport 7 Nigeria

 

4. DStv Compact Plus Package

You get a little more extra fun with this package. It offers more local and sports entertainment at ₦9,900 per month.

DStv Compact Plus

 

DStv Compact Plus Channels

The package offers 166 channels for an extra fun of both local and sports entertainment.

 

Categories Channels
Audio
Radio France Internationale, BBC African Languages, BBC World Service, DMX – Gospel, Star FM, DMX – Smooth Jazz,  DMX – Symphonic, TransAfrica Radio, World Radio NetworkDMX – Classic Jazz, DMX – Blues, RAYFM, Voice of America, 
Rhythm FM,   DMX – African Rhythms,  DMX – Beautiful Instrumentals, Channel Islam InternationaleBBC World Radio 2,  DMX – Italian Contemporary,  DMX – Light Classical, DMX – Y2K Hits, DMX – Arias and Overtures, DMX – Chamber Music, DMX – French Contemporary, DMX – Contemporary Instrumentals, DMX – Adult Contemporary,  
 DMX – Familiar Favourites, DMX – Soft Hits, DMX – Groove Lounge, DMX – Love Songs, DMX – Metro Blends, DMX – Cityscapes,  DMX – House Party,  DMX – Dance, DMX – Hard Rock, DMX -Trots Afrikaans, DMX – Power Hits, DMX – Campus Rock, DMX – Alternative,  DMX – Classic Rock,  DMX – Classic R&B, DMX – Urban Adult Contemporary, DMX – Urban Beat, DMX – Golden Oldies,  DMX – Modern Country, DMX – Traditional Country, DMX – Reggae
 Children Disney XD, Nickelodeon,  Boomerang, Disney Channel, NickTOONS, Disney Junior, NickJr, JimJam, Mindset, Cbeebies, Cartoon Network
 Documentary
Nat Geo Wild, National Geographic Channel, The History Channel, Discovery Channel (SD/HD), Crime & Investigation
Entertainment and Movies

AfricaMagic World, M-Net Action, Lifetime Entertainment, AfricaMagic Hausa, M-Net Movies All Stars, AfricaMagic Yoruba,  M-Net City, Studio Universal, AfricaMagic Igbo, Vuzu (SD/HD), Vuzu Amp (SD/HD), Turner Classic Movies, B4U Movies, Vox Africa, AfricaMagic Urban, Maisha Magic Bongo, Universal Channel (SD/HD), ROK, Telemundo, E! Entertainment Television, Galaxy TV, CBS Reality, BBC Brit, Discovery Family, FOX (SD/HD), Televista, Eva, Eva+, Galaxy TV, BET International, Maisha Magic East, FOX Life, Ebony Life TV, M-Net Movies Zone, Zee World,  AfricaMagic Showcase, ITV Choice (SD/HD), Sony Entertainment Television, AfricaMagic Family, AfricaMagic Epic Movies, Sony Max

 Lifestyle and culture Spice TV, Fashion One, Food Network, Discovery IDx, BBC Lifestyle, Discovery TLC Entertainment
 Local Channels NTA I, Lagos TV, Wazobia Max, Channels, Arewa 24, AIT,  MiTV,   Adom TV, WAPTV, K24, Silverbird, Joy News
 Music Planet Radio TV, TRACE Naija, MTV Base, Hip TV, Sound City, TRACE Mziki, AFRO Music English
 News and commerce Arise News, Al Jazeera, TVC News, Bloomberg Television, NDTV24x7,  CNBC Africa, EuroNews,  eTV Africa, BBC World News, CNC World,  SABC News, CNN International, Sky News
 Religion  IQRAA, Islam Channel,  Emmanuel TV, TBN, TV Mundial, Eternal Word Television Network, DayStar, Faith Broadcast Network, Dove TV
 Specialist
CCTV Entertainment, CCTV 4,  Jiantsu Television, TV5 Monde Afrique, RTP Internacional, Phoenix News and Entertainment, Hunan TV, RAI International,  Shanghai Dragon TV, China Movie Channel
 Sport SuperSport Blitz, SuperSport 3 (HD/SD), SuperSport 8, SuperSport 9, SuperSport 4 (HD/SD), SuperSport 7 Nigeria

 

5. DStv Premium Package

This is the best DStv package in Nigeria. It provides the highest number of channels to make sure you never run out of movies, series, or any of your favorite shows.

Of course, it is the most expensive — priced at ₦14,700 subscription fee per month.

DStv Premium

 

DStv Premium Channels

It offers 173 channels including 11 local and 12 sports channels.

 

Categories Channels
Audio
Radio France Internationale, BBC African Languages, BBC World Service, TransAfrica Radio, DMX – Gospel, Star FM, DMX – Smooth Jazz,  DMX – Symphonic,  World Radio NetworkDMX – Classic Jazz, DMX – Blues, RAYFM,  Rhythm FM,   DMX – African Rhythms,  DMX – Beautiful Instrumentals, Voice of America, Channel Islam Internationale  DMX – Italian Contemporary, BBC World Radio 2, DMX – Light Classical, DMX – Y2K Hits,  DMX – Chamber Music, DMX – French Contemporary, DMX – Arias and Overtures, DMX – Familiar Favourites, DMX – Contemporary Instrumentals, DMX – Adult Contemporary, DMX – Soft Hits, DMX – Groove Lounge, DMX – Dance, DMX – Love Songs, DMX – Metro Blends, DMX – Cityscapes,    DMX – Hard Rock, DMX -Trots Afrikaans, DMX – Power Hits, DMX – House Party, DMX – Campus Rock,   DMX – Classic Rock, DMX – Golden Oldies, DMX – Alternative, DMX – Classic R&B, DMX – Urban Adult Contemporary, DMX – Urban Beat, DMX – Reggae, DMX – Modern Country, DMX – Traditional Country
 Children Disney Channel, Disney XD, Nickelodeon,  Boomerang,  NickTOONS, Disney Junior, JimJam, Mindset, Cbeebies, NickJr, Cartoon Network
 Documentary
Nat Geo Wild, National Geographic Channel, The History Channel, Discovery Channel (SD/HD), Crime Investigation Network
Entertainment and Movies

AfricaMagic World, M-Net Action, Lifetime Entertainment, AfricaMagic Hausa, M-Net Movies All Stars, AfricaMagic Yoruba,  M-Net City, Studio Universal, AfricaMagic Igbo, Vuzu (SD/HD), Vuzu Amp (SD/HD), Turner Classic Movies, B4U Movies, Vox Africa, AfricaMagic Urban, Maisha Magic Bongo, Trybe, Universal Channel (SD/HD), ROK, Telemundo, Comedy Central, E! Entertainment Television, Galaxy TV, CBS Reality, BBC Brit, Discovery Family, FOX (SD/HD), Televista, Eva, Eva+, Galaxy TV, BET International, Maisha Magic East, FOX Life, Ebony Life TV, M-Net Movies Zone, Zee World,  AfricaMagic Showcase, ITV Choice (SD/HD), Sony Entertainment Television, AfricaMagic Family, AfricaMagic Epic Movies, Sony Max, M-Net Movies Smile, M-Net Movies Action +, 

 Lifestyle and culture Discovery IDx, Spice TV, Fashion One, BBC Lifestyle, Discovery TLC Entertainment, Food Network
 Local Channels NTA I,  Wazobia Max, Channels, AIT, MiTV, Adom TV, WAPTV, K24, Lagos TV, Joy News, Silverbird
 Music Planet Radio TV, MTV Base, TRACE Mziki, Hip TV, Sound City, AFRO Music English, TRACE Naija
 News and commerce Arise News, Al Jazeera, Bloomberg Television, CNBC Africa, EuroNews,  eTV Africa, BBC World News, CNC World,   CNN International, SABC News, Sky News
 Religion  IQRAA, Islam Channel,  Emmanuel TV, TBN, TV Mundial,  DayStar, Faith Broadcast Network, Eternal Word Television Network, Dove TV
 Specialist
CCTV Entertainment, CCTV 4,  Jiantsu Television, RAI International, TV5 Monde Afrique,  Shanghai Dragon TV, Phoenix News and Entertainment, RTP Internacional, Hunan TV, China Movie Channel
 Sport SuperSport Blitz, SuperSport 1, SuperSport 2, SuperSport 3 (HD/SD), SuperSport 5 (HD/SD), SuperSport 8, SuperSport 6, SuperSport 9, SuperSport 4 (HD/SD), SuperSport 7, SuperSport 11 (HD/SD), SuperSport 12 (HD/SD)

 

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How to Contact DStv Customer Care Fast

You can contact DStv customer care to know about self-service, how to clear error codes or any other technical issue.  Check out the table below for the different ways to contact MultiChoice customer care.

You may opt to see their frequently asked questions; perhaps it contains I the solution to the problem you encountered.

Social Media Facebook, Twitter
Phone Number  

+234 8039003788

+234 12703232

Email dstv@nigeria.multichoice.co.za
 USSD  *288#
 Address  MultiChoice Nigeria Limited, Plot 1381,  Tiamiyu Savage Street, Victoria Island,  Lagos.

 

How to Quickly Fix Errors on DStv 

Before you attempt to fix the DStv error message you get, ensure that you’ve inserted your smartcard and powered your decoder. Click here to fix common errors on your device by entering your smartcard number and the type of error you wish to fix.

This video shows you how to clear E16 error message….

 

 

Just in case you can’t watch the video for whatever reason, simply SMS “RESET” and your smartcard number to 30333 (if you’re in Nigeria) to fix the error.

 

How to pay for Dstv Package Online

Paying for your DStv package is easy. Simply send “PAY” and your smart card number as an SMS to 30333 (if you’re in Nigeria) or click here to enter your smartcard number and country, then follow the instructions to pay online.

You can also make payment at some selected banks in Nigeria. This page provides the list of banks and other payment methods.

This video shows you a brief on how to pay for your DStv package…

Where to Download DStv App Instantly

DStv Android App

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The DStv app allows you to stream live TV, catch up on movies or series, and also download them to watch them later offline. It’s available for free to all customers. And it comes with a lot of amazing features like availability of viewing your DStv account balance. Download the latest version for free on Google Playstore.

 

DStv Installation: How to find DStv Accredited Installers Near You

MultiChoice recommends that you only use accredited installers for all your DStv dish and decoder needs. Well, I agree with them because I believe the accredited guys are experts.

But if you know any expert that will bill you for a lesser amount, you know what to do 😀.

If you don’t know anyone, use this list to find a DStv accredited installer near you.

 

Hope you find this guide helpful. If there’s something else lingering on your mind, don’t hesitate to let me know in the comment box. I’m here for you 😃.

 

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5 thoughts on “DStv Nigeria Packages/Bouquets & Subscription – The Complete Guide

  • Good day Iam an Agent under the Capricorn Nig Ltd, I recharged for someone using a smart card no4290968615 on 20/10/2017,on compact package of #6300, the person also use extra view of #2200, but unfortunately, instead of including the extra view of #2200, I just pay only #6300, without adding the payment for extra view, I did it again this time both the #6300 + #220 = 8500, which means I paid #14800, excess of payment is now #6300, what do I do to get back the excess payment . My user name is Abis (003285) I use Baxi Box, an Agent with Capricorn Nig Ltd. Please I need your advice, thanks.

    • Hi Abis,

      Please contact their customer care to resolve the issue. The article contains a guide on how to contact DSTV customer care. Good luck.

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