The maiden edition of Nigeria’s first Afrobeats reality show, the Naija Star Search, will commence on September 4 on ST Nollywood channels on StarTimes. Eighteen contestants have been rigorously selected by the show’s judges led by music label executive Kenny Ogungbe; celebrated music producer ID Cabasa; and singer Asha Gangali. VJ Adams is the host […]
The joint venture agreement between between Star of China and NTA Nigeria, has so far resulted in the investment of over $200m directly into the Nigerian economy, while at the same time the operation of the joint venture agreement has created an entire industry in dubbing and translation in Nigeria movie and entertainment industry. This […]
….As production shoot commence Oct. 2 As part of demonstrating its commitment to satisfy the growing demands of viewers for Local content; StarTimes has join forces with talented Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo and director extraordinaire, Muka Ray Eyiwunmi to produce a new TV series ‘ Okirika’ that will capture the minds of the audience. With […]
ST Novela E, the channel famous for top telenovelas, will begin airing two dramas this November on StarTimes Basic and Smart Bouquets. Indian drama titled Gathbandhan began airing recently; The Bollywood series tells a dramatic love story with light elements. Considering that the main characters actually stand against each other as their contrasting identities require, […]
By Mutiat Alli Pay-TV platform, StarTimes, has expanded its entertainment offering by introducing Hollywood movie channel, TNT Africa, and, the recent season of popular comedy series, Jenifa’s Diary. TNT Africa offers action-driven, a pulseraising slate of movies, mixed with romantic gems and hilarious comedy, alongside original TNT productions aimed at keeping its movie fans glued […]
Leading TV entertainment provider, StarTimes, has introduced fresh drama series to excite its subscribers with the best TV viewing moments in the month of June. The new series, Black Money Love and Bridges of Love, air on Novela E Plus.Both are in addition to thrilling series, like The General’s Daughter and Waaris, currently gaining wide […]
StarTimes Nigeria, a subsidiary of Startimes Media, a Chinese-based company which offers Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) Network Services in Nigeria, recently donated 6,000 facemasks to Nigeria. The donation was part of StarTimes contribution towards the fight against COVID-19 pandemic in the country, a statement by Yunusa Tanko Abdullahi, Special adviser to finance, budget and national […]
As part of its social responsibility drive, StarTimes has released a series of anti-pandemic knowledge videos to help curb the spread of fake news and rumours about the deadly virus. The Pay-TV operator, on Monday, explained that the move is to further raise public awareness, as COVID-19 keeps spreading across Africa, even as governments and […]
StarTimes Nigeria has urged its customers to use the 24/7 E- payment system platforms and its streaming mobile app, StarTimes ON for their subscription. This, according to the company is due to the prevailing circumstances that have forced many across the African continent to adjust to new ways of living and working while many have […]
.Offers Ebonylife TV on all bouquet StarTimes Nigeria has announced a one month ‘free to view’ service for 4 local television stations on its platform for active and non-active subscribers. The local stations include Nigeria Television Authority (NTA); Silverbird News 24; Channels Television and Africa Independent Television (AIT). The Pay-TV company also announced the debut […]
Subscribers of Leading Digital Pay TV Company, StarTimes has expressed delight in the new TV series, memuna the corporate house girl currently enjoying massive viewership on ST Nollywood Plus and rave reviews from entertainment writers. The TV series currently on Season 1 Episode 2 airs every Saturday on ST Nollywood plus by 8:30 pm African […]
Season 2 of Alagbara, the popular TV series of veteran actor, Adebayo Salami popularly known as Oga Bello, will commence every Sunday on StarTimes Yoruba, and Orisun from 8PM. Produced exclusively for StarTimes, the second season of Alagbara sheds light into lives of different men from all walks of life and how they are controlled, […]
3 finalists have emerged in the ongoing TV reality show ‘Voice to Fame’, a proudly Nigerian content which takes credit for being the first pidgin English dubbing competition on Leading Digital pay TV network, StarTimes. With a grand prize of N2 million, Charles Okocha, Nkechi Blessing & Otega are the 3 finalists in the Voice […]
Joy Obakeye The new Chief Executive Officer of STARTIMES Nigeria, Mr David Zhang has disclosed that the company has invested over $220 million (79.2 billion) in the Nigerian economy. Zhang who was appointed sixth CEO in January 2019, said that the company has also provided over 4000 direct and indirect jobs since its launch in […]
One of Africa’s leading digital TV operator StarTimes, has launched a new brand for its OTT business, ‘StarTimes ON’. The platform, which was launched on Monday, is expected to be Africa’s No.1 online video streaming service, dedicated to providing ultimate entertainment and enriched experience. According to Ariel Lin, the Operations Director of StarTimes ON, the […]
Adebayo Salami is a veteran in Nollywood, especially the Yoruba film industry. He is presently part of a star-studded cast of actors in a StarTimes produced series, ‘Alagbara’ and in this interview with MUTIAT ALLI, he spoke about the project and why it is a must watch for everyone combating marriage issues. What is the […]
A 71-year old civil engineer from Akure has emerged the first millionaire in the on-going StarTimes World Cup millionaire promo, after a raffle draw was held in Lagos, which produced the first winner in the 3-month promotion, under the supervision of the National Lottery Board Commission. The official broadcaster of the FIFA 2018 World Cup […]
Veteran Nigerian actor, filmmaker, movie producer and director Adebayo Salami popularly known by his stage name “Oga Bello”, is said to have signed a production deal with Nigeria’s leading pay-TV Company, StarTime Although details of the deal have not been made public, it is believed to be a juicy deal worth millions of Naira […]
.NBC begins analogue switch-off in May, sanctions stations for violating broadcast codes .After $14m fine, DSTV boss Ogunsanya in collusion scandal with ex-NBC DG .DSTV boss colluding with Police to destroy Daily Times- Anosike The Director General of National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), Modibo Ishaq Kawu, has disclosed that all paid DTT operators including DSTV, GOTV […]
StarTimes Nigeria on Thursday offered the Pay Per Day options for subscribers across Nigeria. The Chinese multinational media company which offers digital terrestrial television and satellite television services to consumers with strong presence in Africa also announced other options which include the pay per week and per month. Details of the new announcement are yet […]