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7 Programmes on GOtv to Share with Your Sweetheart this Valentine
If you are looking for romance wey sweet pass chocolate, then you have come to the right place! There is an offer GOtv Nigeria is rewarding their customers with and it’s called GOtv Step Up, which gives customers on GOtv Jinja who upgrade to GOtv Jolli a boost to GOtv Max, which is worth N3,600. Likewise, customers on GOtv Jolli who upgrade to GOtv Max get the brand new GOtv Supa package, worth N5,500! The boost happens within 48 hours.
This offer will allow you to watch all the lovey dovey programmes below and more available on GOtv. So, grab your loved ones or your sweetheart and have a weekend filled with love!
1. Happy Hearts Season 1: A drama-filled telenovela. This is a story about a girl called Happy, who faces life and trial with a positive and contagious spirit but when she meets Rocky, he whole life changes forever! Will her life change for better or worse? Find out daily at 8pm on Star Life (Channel 23). Available on GOtv Max.
2. The Rishantes Season 1: A local drama. For those who keep up with The Rishantes, we are sure you have come across the chaotic cobwebs of love and also love that makes you go ‘awww’. Make sure you don’t miss another episode of this thrilling series tonight! Catch weekdays at 8pm on AM Urban (Channel 6). Available on GOtv Supa.
3. Return To A Better Tomorrow: For the action lovers. An adventure that delves into the dark caverns of the underworld and tells the tale of three gangsters who attempt to escape the powerful clutch of their gang leader. Catch this movie this Saturday, 12 th February 2022 at 6pm on KIX (Channel 19). Available on GOtv Supa.
4. Hire A Man: A local love story. It’s been competition right from the get-go between two sisters. One finds out the other is engaged and she hires a man to play her fiancé, then the unexpected happens. Tune in on Sunday, 13 th February 2022 at 9:30pm on ROK (Channel 7). Available on GOtv Supa.
5. Nigerian Idol Season 7: A singing competition. You get to watch some on the people auditioning singing love songs that might fill your heart with love or maybe get you laughing nonstop. Either way, you and your loved ones will have a great time! This airs on Sundays at 7pm on AM Urban (GOtv Supa Channel 6) and AM Family (Channel 2). You can also catch all the auditions from day one and the behind the scenes episode on Nigerian Idol extra, airing daily on channel 29.
6. Tailor My Heart: A local love story. A skilled tailor for men’s clothing, accidentally uses the wrong measurements to sew an outfit for an arrogant man. This leads to a chain of confrontations which leads to an unexpected attraction. How will this story end? Tune in on Monday, 14 th February 2022 at 8pm on ROK (Channel 7). Available on GOtv Supa.
7. A Weekend With The Family: A rom-com about family and classism. A lawyer, aspiring to move to a big firm, is secretly dating his boss’s daughter and when she plans a surprise gathering, their families clash. Find out if their families find common ground on Monday, 14 th February 2022 at 8:30pm on M-Net Movies 4 (Channel 3).
Available on GOtv Max.
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National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has said that Nigerians will no longer pay annual Digital Access Fees under the renewed Digital Switch Over (DSO) project.
Charles Ebuebu, director-general, NBC, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja,
Ebuebu said viewers only need to purchase an approved decoder and satellite dish which cost below N20,000 to enjoy free television permanently.
“Previously, users paid an annual digital access fee of about N1,500, described as an administrative charge.
“The new system removes that annual fee. It provides free access to free-to-air television channels without any payment.
“Premium channels will be introduced later. Viewers who want those additional channels will be able to access them through paid services.
“Nigerian content on free-to-air channels remains free to watch. Unlike Pay TV, this platform does not require monthly subscriptions for its basic service,” he said
Ebuebu said approved decoders for the FreeTV will cost less than N20,000 and authorised sales outlets will soon be announced.
He urged Nigerians to wait for official information on approved dealers for the DSO decoders, warning that unauthorised sellers are exploiting growing public demand.
He reiterated that people only need a free-to-air decoder, along with a satellite dish instead of the old antenna system to receive the DSO signal.
“Once the equipment is installed, viewers can access all available channels across the country without paying any subscription fees,” he stressed
The DG dismissed claims by some retailers that there are different categories of decoders sold at varying prices, stressing that such sellers are not authorised by the commission.
According to him, the NBC will soon publish the list of approved dealers, official prices, and locations where genuine decoder boxes and accessories can be purchased.
The NBC boss said the DSO project is designed not only to improve television broadcasting but also to stimulate economic growth by creating jobs, attracting investment, and opening up opportunities for businesses that support the broadcasting industry.
Ebuebu noted that content producers and broadcasters stand to benefit significantly from the nationwide reach of the DSO platform.
Unlike the previous system, where many stations had limited regional audiences, he said the new platform will make their channels available to viewers across Nigeria.
He added that the introduction of audience measurement technology will provide scientific and reliable data on television viewership.
Ebuebu added that audience measurement technology will give advertisers greater confidence in placing adverts and enable broadcasters to demonstrate the true size and reach of their audiences nationwide.
Uchenna Mbunabo, Nigerian filmmaker, has raised concerns over the alleged unauthorised broadcast of Nollywood films by some Ghanaian television stations, calling on Ghana’s National Film Authority (NFA) to strengthen the enforcement of copyright laws.
Uchenna Mbunabo, Nigerian filmmaker
Mbunabo made the remarks during a conversation with James Gardiner, deputy CEO of the National Film Authority (NFA) of Ghana.
He questioned whether it was permissible for television stations in Ghana to download Nigerian movies from YouTube and air them without obtaining permission from the producers.
“I noticed that Ghanaian TV stations, the way they are stealing our films and showing them for free with impunity. Is it legalised in your country for TV stations to go on YouTube, download people’s sweat and show it for free?”
According to Mbunabo, some Ghanaian television stations have been downloading newly released Nollywood films from YouTube and broadcasting them without authorisation, depriving producers of revenue generated through the platform.
He also stated that he had not witnessed Nigerian television stations engaging in similar practices and questioned what measures Ghana was taking to protect filmmakers’ intellectual property.
Responding to the concerns, Gardiner acknowledged that the issue exists and said the National Film Authority had begun engaging relevant stakeholders to address it.
He disclosed that the NFA has held discussions with the Ministry of Communications, the National Communications Authority (NCA) and the National Media Commission (NMC) on improving copyright enforcement.
Gardiner explained that while Ghana has copyright laws, enforcement remains challenging because many television stations now operate digitally and may not have physical offices within the country.
“There are copyright laws, but they are not effective because a lot of the TV stations don’t have offices. Most of them are now digital, so they operate from anywhere. They can even have a Ghanaian TV station but be operating from Austria simply because it is digital.”
He added that authorities are considering a new licensing framework that would require broadcasters to undergo a fresh licensing process to improve monitoring and enforcement.
According to Gardiner, television stations found guilty of illegally broadcasting copyrighted content would be required to compensate affected producers through fines.
He added that repeat offenders could face suspension of their broadcasting licences, while a third violation could result in the revocation of their licences.
Although he did not provide a specific timeline, Gardiner said the reforms were already underway and expressed hope that significant progress would be seen next year.
Mbunabo welcomed the proposed measures but urged the National Film Authority to expedite the process, stating that unauthorised broadcasts continue to affect filmmakers’ ability to recover production costs through legitimate distribution channels such as YouTube.
He also stressed that his comments were not directed at Ghana’s film industry, noting that he has worked with several Ghanaian actors over the years and supports collaborations between Nollywood and Ghallywood.
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