GOtv Max is often misunderstood. Many people subscribe to it expecting a full premium TV experience, only to later realise it sits in a middle ground between basic GOtv packages and the more expensive Supa option.
If you’re considering GOtv Max in 2026, the most important question is not “How many channels does it have?” but “Does this package match how I actually watch TV?”
This guide answers that honestly.
Where GOtv Max sits in GOtv’s lineup
GOtv Max is positioned above Jinja and Jolli, but below Supa. It is meant for viewers who:
- Watch TV regularly
- Care about sports and entertainment
- Want better variety, but still want to control costs
In 2026, GOtv Max costs ₦8,500 per month, making it one of the most popular choices among Nigerian households that want value without fully committing to premium pricing.
What makes GOtv Max worth considering
The channel selection on Max is where this package truly shines. You’re getting 75+ channels spanning virtually every content category, and importantly, most of these are channels people actively watch rather than filler.
Sports coverage on Max is comprehensive for casual to moderate fans. You get SuperSport Blitz, SuperSport Select 2, SuperSport Select 3, and SuperSport La Liga. This means you’ll catch La Liga matches, select Premier League games, Serie A action, African football competitions, and plenty of sports highlights and analysis. You won’t get every single live match across all leagues (that requires Supa or Supa+), but you’ll stay well informed and catch enough live action to satisfy most sports appetites.
The entertainment and movie selection includes channels like Africa Magic Family, Africa Magic Yoruba, Africa Magic Hausa, Africa Magic Igbo, ROK 2, ROK 3, Televista, M-Net Movies 4, Movie Room, and Cinema Magic. Whether you prefer Nollywood, Bollywood, Hollywood, or African cinema, you’ve got options. The variety means family members with different tastes can all find something appealing.
For kids, Max offers Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Disney Junior, Jim Jam, PBS Kids, and Moonbug Kids. That’s extensive enough that your children won’t complain about having nothing to watch. The content spans different age groups from toddlers to teenagers.
News channels include BBC World News, CNN International, Al Jazeera, Arise News, and over 20 local Nigerian channels like AIT, Channels TV, Silverbird, NTA, TVC, and Lagos TV. You get both global perspective and deep local coverage.
Music channels, religious programming, documentary channels, lifestyle content, Max covers it all comprehensively. It’s the package where MultiChoice stopped holding back on premium content while still keeping the price reasonable.
Big Brother Naija on GOtv Max
One of Max’s biggest selling points during Big Brother Naija season is that you get full BBN coverage on Channel 29 (or Channel 49 depending on the season). The 24-hour BBN live channel is available on Max, letting you follow all the house drama, tasks, relationships, and everything else that makes BBN appointment television for millions of Nigerians.
During BBN season, Max subscriptions typically spike because it’s the most affordable package that includes the live BBN channel. If BBN is must-watch TV in your household and you don’t want to pay for Supa or Supa+, Max delivers exactly what you need.
Streaming and multi-device access
Beyond your decoder and TV, GOtv Max subscribers can access content through the GOtv Stream app. This is included in your subscription at no extra cost, giving you flexibility to watch on phones, tablets, and computers.
The GOtv Stream app lets you watch live TV on mobile devices, catch up on missed shows through the Catch Up feature, download up to 25 videos for offline viewing, create up to 6 different profiles for family members, and set reminders for upcoming shows.
You can register up to 4 devices on your GOtv Stream account. However, you can only stream on one device at a time. So while four family members can have the app installed on their personal devices, only one person can be watching at any given moment. This limitation sometimes frustrates families, but it’s MultiChoice’s way of preventing subscription sharing.
GOtv Max Channels list in Nigeria 2026
General Entertainment
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| Africa Magic Yoruba | 2 |
| Africa Magic Hausa | 3 |
| Africa Magic Igbo | 4 |
| Africa Magic Family | 7 |
| ROK 2 | 10 |
| Magic Showcase | 11 |
| Trybe | 13 |
| Televista | 14 |
| TVC Entertainment | 16 |
| Zee World | 30 |
| Star Life | 31 |
| TeleMundo | 33 |
| TLNovelas | 34 |
| Real Time | 35 |
| E! Entertainment | 36 |
| Discovery Family | 37 |
| CBS Reality | 39 |
| BET | 40 |
Movies Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| Africa Magic Epic | 6 |
| M-Net Movies 4 | 50 |
| Movie Room | 51 |
| TNT Africa | 52 |
| CineMagic | 56 |
| B4U Movies | 57 |
Lifestyle and Culture Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| Spice TV | 19 |
Documentary Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| NatGeo Wild | 100 |
| ID | 103 |
Sport Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| SS Blitz | 60 |
| SS Football | 61 |
| SS LaLiga | 62 |
| SS Africa | 63 |
| SS Africa 2 | 64 |
Local Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| ONMAX | 15 |
| Afia TV | 17 |
| Sunna TV | 114 |
| LAGOS TV | 120 |
| SILVERBIRD | 121 |
| AIT | 122 |
| NTA 1 | 124 |
| NTA 2 | 125 |
| Wazobia TV | 128 |
| WAP | 129 |
| Tiwa n Tiwa | 131 |
| OGTV | 133 |
| BCOS | 134 |
| Arewa 24 | 136 |
| Liberty | 137 |
| ITV Benin | 140 |
| EBS | 141 |
| RSTV | 142 |
| BISCON TV | 144 |
| R2TV | 145 |
| RAVE | 146 |
Kids & Teens Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| JimJam | 80 |
| PBS Kids | 84 |
| Moonbug | 85 |
| Nickelodeon | 87 |
| Cartoon Network | 89 |
Music Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| Sound City | 21 |
| HIP TV | 22 |
| MTV Base | 45 |
Religious Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| Faith | 110 |
| Islam | 111 |
| Emmanuel TV | 112 |
| Dove TV | 113 |
News & Commerce Channels
| Channel Name | Channel Number |
|---|---|
| Arise News | 24 |
| TVC News Nigeria | 25 |
| NTA News | 26 |
| CHANNELS | 27 |
| BBC News | 70 |
| Al Jazeera | 71 |
| CNN International | 72 |
| NTA Parliamentary | 126 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is GOtv max in Nigeria?
GOtv Max costs ₦8,500 per month in Nigeria as of 2026. This price took effect in March 2025 when MultiChoice adjusted their package pricing across the board.
How many devices can stream GOtv max?
You can register up to 4 devices on the GOtv Stream app with your GOtv Max subscription. These could be phones, tablets, or computers. Additionally, you can create up to 6 different user profiles across these devices, which is useful for families where each person wants their own personalized viewing experience and watchlist.
Can I upgrade from GOtv max to supa?
Yes, you can upgrade from GOtv Max to Supa (or Supa+) at any time. The upgrade process is straightforward through multiple methods.
How is GOtv Max different from GOtv Supa?
The main differences are channel count and sports content. Supa (₦11,400/mo) has about 80+ channels, including all GOtv Max channels plus extras like an exclusive English Premier League channel and more movie channels. GOtv Max lacks the EPL and WWE channels that Supa offers. Otherwise, their general entertainment lineups are similar, but Supa gives a bigger library (especially for sports and some Nollywood channels).
