GOtv is Nigeria's most affordable cable TV option with a decoder, and MultiChoice revised its prices upward in March 2025 across all six packages. If you're on GOtv and wondering what you're paying for, thinking of upgrading, or comparing it against DStv, this guide lays out every package, what it includes, and which one matches your actual watching habits — not just the package name that sounds the closest to what you want.

Quick Answer

GOtv Nigeria currently offers six packages: Smallie (₦1,900/month), Jinja (₦3,900/month), Jolli (₦5,800/month), Max (₦8,500/month), Supa (₦11,400/month), and Supa Plus (₦16,800/month). The key sports breakpoint is Supa Plus — that's the only GOtv package with the dedicated SuperSport Premier League channel for all 380 EPL matches. All lower packages carry only selected Premier League matches.

GOtv Nigeria Packages and Prices 2026 — Full Table

Package Monthly Price Channels Key Sport Access
Supa Plus ₦16,800 89+ All EPL matches (dedicated PL channel), La Liga, Serie A
Supa ₦11,400 84–87 Selected EPL matches, La Liga, Serie A, WWE
Max ₦8,500 76 Selected EPL matches, La Liga, Serie A
Jolli ₦5,800 65 No live EPL; basic SuperSport
Jinja ₦3,900 45+ No live EPL; SuperSport Blitz and Africa only
Smallie ₦1,900 40+ SuperSport Blitz (sports news only)

Prices reflect the March 2025 MultiChoice Nigeria revision. Confirm current rates on gotvafrica.com.

What Changed in the March 2025 Price Increase

MultiChoice raised all GOtv prices in March 2025, citing currency depreciation and rising operational costs. Here's what each package cost before and after:

Package Old Price New Price (2026)
Supa Plus ₦13,500 ₦16,800
Supa ₦9,600 ₦11,400
Max ₦6,200 ₦8,500
Jolli (formerly Plus) ₦4,850 ₦5,800
Jinja (formerly Value) ₦3,600 ₦3,900

Note also that MultiChoice renamed some packages alongside the price increase — GOtv Value became Jinja, GOtv Plus became Jolli. If your decoder still shows the old names in settings, they refer to the same packages at the new prices.

Each Package, Explained

GOtv Smallie — ₦1,900/month

The most affordable GOtv package. Around 40+ channels, heavy on local Nigerian channels (NTA network stations, Wazobia TV, Arewa24), basic kids content, music, and religious channels. Only sport channel is SuperSport Blitz — sports news, highlights, and studio analysis, but no live Premier League or any live football matches. At ₦1,900 this is the lowest price you'll find on any legitimate cable TV service in Nigeria with physical decoder access to a channel selection. Best for viewers who watch almost entirely local Nigerian content, second TVs where the main household subscription is elsewhere, or as a temporary package while waiting to fund an upgrade.

GOtv Jinja — ₦3,900/month

Over 45 channels. Adds Africa Magic vernacular channels (Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo) to the Smallie lineup — which matters significantly for households that prefer watching in local languages — plus SuperSport Africa and SuperSport Blitz. Still no live Premier League, no Big Brother Naija. Best for families that want local-language entertainment as the primary viewing and the ₦3,900 price point makes it roughly double Smallie, so the vernacular channels and slightly broader entertainment selection need to justify the gap for your household.

GOtv Jolli — ₦5,800/month

65 channels. The first GOtv package that includes Big Brother Naija when the season is airing — which alone drives large numbers of subscriptions during BBN season. Also adds M-Net Movies, Africa Magic Family, a broader selection of kids channels, and modest sports content. Still no dedicated live Premier League or La Liga — you get SuperSport channels that carry sports highlights and select coverage, but not full live match programming. Best for casual family viewers who want varied local entertainment and the BBN experience without being primarily driven by football, or households that want to follow BBN without the cost of an upper-tier subscription.

GOtv Max — ₦8,500/month

76 channels. The first package where football genuinely becomes a primary feature — you get SuperSport Football (which carries selected Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A matches live), plus WWE. Also adds ROK, Universal TV, M-Net Movies 3, History Channel, Comedy Central, BBC Lifestyle, NatGeo Wild, MTV, and additional kids channels. The "selected matches" caveat on the EPL is real — you won't see every Premier League game, but the big fixtures and a solid number of weekend matches will be available. For many Nigerian football fans, selected EPL coverage at ₦8,500 hits a practical sweet spot between affordability and access. Best for households where sport matters but full comprehensive coverage isn't essential.

GOtv Supa — ₦11,400/month

84 to 87 channels. Adds SuperSport La Liga (full Spanish league coverage), ESPN, more entertainment channels including TNT Africa, Studio Universal, KIX, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr, Cartoon Network, Disney Junior, and an expanded Africa Magic suite. The sports upgrade over Max is meaningful — better football coverage across multiple competitions, plus WWE continues, and ESPN adds American sports and sports documentaries for households that watch beyond football. Still on selected Premier League matches rather than all 380, but match coverage is broader than Max. Nickelodeon and the full kids channel suite make this a genuinely competitive family package. Best for households that want a well-rounded family package with solid but not comprehensive football access.

GOtv Supa Plus — ₦16,800/month

The flagship GOtv package and the only one with the dedicated SuperSport Premier League channel. This is the critical distinction: while Supa shows selected Premier League matches based on what SuperSport Football's programming schedule allocates, Supa Plus gives you the dedicated Premier League channel that carries all 380 matches every season. On a weekend with six simultaneous 3pm kickoffs, you can choose which match to watch rather than being shown whichever one the network selected. Supa Plus also adds SuperSport Select 1, 2, and 3, providing broader multi-competition sports coverage, plus Universal TV, Studio Universal, Al Jazeera, CNN, Disney, and expanded entertainment over Supa. At ₦16,800, it's the GOtv answer for viewers who want the full Premier League without paying DStv Compact prices.

Which GOtv Package for Which Sport

The football question dominates every GOtv package decision. Here's the exact breakdown:

Competition Minimum GOtv Package
Premier League — selected matches Max
Premier League — all 380 matches Supa Plus only
La Liga Max
Serie A Max
WWE Supa
Champions League Not available on any GOtv package
FA Cup, Europa League Not available on any GOtv package

This is the core reason serious football fans end up comparing GOtv Supa Plus against DStv Compact — the Champions League and European competitions simply aren't on GOtv at any price point. If European club football matters to you, DStv is the only path on MultiChoice's platform.

GOtv Decoder Setup — What You Need to Start

Unlike DStv which requires a satellite dish and LNB, GOtv uses a terrestrial digital signal (DTT), which means setup is simpler and cheaper:

  • GOtv decoder + antenna kit — approximately ₦8,500 to ₦12,000 depending on retailer and current promotions. Many dealers bundle the decoder with an antenna and a first-month subscription.
  • Installation — GOtv antenna installation is significantly simpler than a satellite dish. Many people install it themselves; professional installation is available from dealers if needed and is typically cheaper than DStv dish installation.
  • Signal quality — GOtv signal quality depends on your proximity to the transmission tower for your area. Unlike satellite, signal can be affected by physical obstructions or distance from the terrestrial broadcast point, which is why some rural or edge-of-coverage areas experience weaker GOtv reception than DStv.

GOtv vs DStv — What's the Real Difference at Similar Price Points?

This comparison matters because at ₦16,800 (GOtv Supa Plus), you're within ₦2,200 of DStv Compact at ₦19,000:

Feature GOtv Supa Plus ₦16,800 DStv Compact ₦19,000
All 380 EPL matches Yes (dedicated PL channel) Yes (SuperSport PL HD)
HD picture quality SD — GOtv uses terrestrial signal, not HD HD
Champions League No No (need Compact Plus for UCL)
Streaming on phone Via GOtv Stream app Via DStv app (up to 4 devices)
Decoder type GOtv antenna + decoder Satellite dish + decoder
Setup cost Lower (antenna, no dish needed) Higher (satellite dish required)

The HD gap is the most significant practical difference — GOtv delivers in SD while DStv delivers HD channels at Compact and above. For some households that gap doesn't matter; for others it's the deciding factor.

How to Pay Your GOtv Subscription

  • MyGOtv app — available on Android and iOS; log in with your IUC/smartcard number, select your package, and pay by card or bank transfer.
  • USSD code — dial *288# on any network (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile) and follow the prompts to renew or check balance.
  • SMS — text "Accept [IUC number]" to 4688 after payment to trigger reconnection if your decoder doesn't refresh automatically.
  • Third-party platforms — VTpass, Quickteller, and similar bill-payment platforms support GOtv renewals; enter your IUC number when prompted.
  • Bank USSD codes — go to Pay Bills, then Cable TV or MultiChoice, then select GOtv.

Finding Your IUC Number

Your IUC (smartcard) number is on a sticker on your GOtv decoder, on the decoder packaging, or accessible via the decoder's menu (usually under Settings or System Info). You need this number for every renewal and account action.

Which Package Should You Subscribe To?

Your Situation Recommended Package
Local Nigerian content only, tight budget Smallie
Family watching mainly in vernacular languages Jinja
Casual family TV, Big Brother Naija season Jolli
Football fan, selected matches is enough Max
Full family package + sports without full EPL Supa
All 380 Premier League matches, no satellite dish Supa Plus

Common Questions

Can I upgrade from a lower GOtv package mid-month? Yes. Upgrades take effect immediately after payment — you pay the difference or the full new package price depending on where you are in your billing cycle, and you're activated on the new package straight away.

Can I downgrade? Yes, but downgrades take effect at your next renewal date, not immediately. You stay on your current package until it expires and then the lower package kicks in on renewal.

Does GOtv have a streaming app? Yes — the MyGOtv app and GOtv Stream let you watch on your phone. Streaming availability depends on which package you're subscribed to and which channels are included in the streaming license. The app is also where you manage your account, pay subscriptions, and handle reconnection.

My GOtv disconnected after payment — what do I do? Text "Accept [IUC number]" to 4688. This sends a signal to your decoder to refresh its subscription status. Most reconnections happen within a minute or two after payment. If it still doesn't reconnect after 30 minutes, call MultiChoice Nigeria customer care.

MultiChoice Nigeria Customer Care for GOtv: 07306289999. Call this same line for decoder faults, billing disputes, or any account issue that the app or SMS reconnection didn't resolve.

Prices and package contents can change when MultiChoice runs promotions or conducts a broader price review — always confirm current pricing on gotvafrica.com or the MyGOtv app before subscribing. The ₦1,900 to ₦16,800 range gives GOtv one of the widest subscription ladders in Nigerian pay TV, which means there's genuinely a tier for almost every household budget.

Bookmark this page — we update it whenever GOtv prices or packages change. Trying to decide between Max and Supa? Drop what you mainly watch in the comments and we'll tell you which one actually fits.