Broadcasting
ACTV, Home Grown Pay Tv Goes Live December 1
African Cable Television, (ACTV) pronounced ACTIVE, a Nigerian -owned multi-media company that offers direct-to-home (DTH) pay-TV services, will be launched on December 1,according to the owners.
The station which has already injected about N5 billion into the acquisition of sophisticated and state-of-the- art equipment for its operations, will be available on different local channels at the commencement of its service offerings.
The gesture, according to the station was to promote local content in the era of global digital broadcasting.
Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday to declare the Stations intent to add value to the Nigeria’s DHT pay-tv market, Mr. Godfrey Orkeh, managing director and chief executive officer of ACTV, said that they are poised to offer multi-media entertainment to enthusiasts in Nigeria, especially, who has been denied quality content at an affordable price, in the past.
With a wide array of channels in four distinct packages, African Cable Television announced that it shall make all its channels accessible to every subscribers who sign-up to the service between now and December 31, 2014, under a promotion subscription package for a month.
Orkeh said, “We want all our customers to have the opportunity to access our channels as we bring them to life starting from December 1st till 31st, so that they can choose the subscription package that best addresses their TV entertainment needs. We will be offering four packages, namely, ACTV prime, ACTV family, ACTV Family Max and ACTV Premium.
“We believe that our customers will spend this end of year season with a choice of TV channels that address the needs of every member of their families and friends. In order to access our service, we are offering our customers the ACTV-6000 HD PVR at an attractive price”.
The MD/CEO added that the Station has a vision to be the DTH-TV operator that is renowned for offering quality entertainment content and a broad spectrum of choice offerings to its subscribers.
“With the launch of ACTV today, we are saying to Nigerians that we are committed to ensuring that we provide value to everyone and that we keep delivering value now and in the future”.
Orkeh explained that ACTV is launching with a decoder that incorporates fast boot up time, smooth channel change, clear and simple multi-layer menu for users to quickly reach their desired features.
On his part, Mr. Joseph Chitanta, vice president and chief operating officer of ACTV, said that, from the onset, the management was focused on offering subscribers quality content, especially, that is of the highest relevance to them.
He said, “We strongly believe that providing all our customers with exceptional customer service, decoders that integrate state-of-the-art equipment technologies including high definition TV, PVR and pause TV coupled with TV programming will not only increase their entertainment experience , but also significantly save them time by providing them with programs that address their needs”.
Chitanta also believes that Nigeria is a large market size that can accommodate multi pay-TV operators, which is a good thing for customers, and offers them choices.
ACTV was incorporated in Nigeria in the year 2013 to offer classical digital TV satellite services to the subscribers.
Mr. Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, took centre stage at the Nigerian Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) annual end-of-year meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, recounting the company’s remarkable growth and reaffirming free IT training for journalists.
Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, in a group photograph with NITRA Members
Speaking directly to IT media members at the company’s training facility in Lagos, Akano acknowledged the critical role journalists played in supporting New Horizons during its formative years two decades ago.
He detailed how the firm evolved from a handful of staff to one of Africa’s leading ICT skills training organisations, now employing about 500 staff across multiple training centres nationwide.
Akano Spotlights Youth Training, University Partnerships
Akano highlighted that New Horizons has trained over 500,000 youths, particularly tertiary institution students, equipping them with practical IT skills essential for Nigeria’s digital economy.
He announced recent partnerships with universities, including a new agreement with Afe Babalola University, to scale hands-on training programmes for students.
“This growth would not have been possible without the media’s support in documenting our journey,” Akano stated, pledging continued free IT skills training for media members to remain competitive in the evolving digital landscape.
Reciprocal Support Defines Long-Standing Partnership
The venue hosting the NITRA meeting underscored Akano’s generosity; NITRA Secretary Chidiebere Nwankwo secured the free facility after contacting him—a gesture consistent with New Horizons hosting multiple association events and training IT journalists since its inception 20 years ago.
Participants shared personal testimonies of Akano’s support, including veteran journalist Aaron Ukodie, whose daughter—an Accounting graduate from the University of Johannesburg—received NYSC placement and IT scholarship at New Horizons.
The Guardian’s Yemi Adeyemi recounted Akano accommodating his editor’s child for mandatory IT training after other firms declined.
Members praised Akano’s commitment to human capital development as evidence of deep appreciation for the media community that chronicled New Horizons’ success over two decades.
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has launched the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal to revolutionise the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment process, enabling applicants within Nigeria and in the Diaspora to capture biodata online prior to biometric verification at enrolment centres.
NIMC
Accessible via penrol.nimc.gov.ng, the platform allows users to fill enrolment forms, schedule appointments, upload supporting documents securely, and manage personal details directly, thereby slashing congestion, minimising wait times, boosting data accuracy and enhancing overall service efficiency at centres nationwide.
NIMC Director-General and CEO, Engr. (Dr) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, spearheaded the initiative as part of the Commission’s technology-driven strategy to fortify institutional performance, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda that emphasises digital transformation, efficient public service delivery and inclusive national development.
Dr Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, highlighted key benefits including simplified biodata handling, confidential data protection through robust security measures, reduced physical centre visits and heightened operational effectiveness, urging all prospective enrollees to adopt the portal for a faster, citizen-friendly experience.[conversation_history]
The move underscores NIMC’s mandate under the NIMC Act No. 23 of 2007 to manage the National Identity Database, issue NINs and foster a reliable digital identity ecosystem vital for national planning, with users advised to complete pre-enrolment online before heading to selected centres for biometrics.
MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), a Pan-African film and television training institution, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 intake.
MultiChoice
The fully funded programme is open to African graduates aspiring to become directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers.
According to MultiChoice, the nine-month accredited curriculum combines online learning with intensive in-person training, and is designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical immersion.
MTF academies are located in Kenya, Nigeria and Zambia, and serve aspiring filmmakers from 14 African countries. Since its inception in 2018, the initiative has trained 296 filmmakers, with graduates producing more than 42 movies aired on DStv, GOtv and Showmax platforms.
Organisers said alumni of the programme have gone on to establish over 50 production companies, while many continue to work within the MultiChoice ecosystem.
Graduates have also won accolades at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, Kalasha Awards, Uganda Film Festival and Women in Film Awards.
Applications for the 2026 intake close on Feb. 27, 2026. Interested candidates can visit https://apo-opa.co/3XW53oE for programme requirements.
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