Choosing a StarTimes bouquet in 2026 isn’t just about picking the cheapest price; it’s about matching your household’s lifestyle with the right mix of local flavor and international variety. In an era where subscription costs are rising, StarTimes has remained the most flexible provider in Nigeria, offering a technological choice between Antenna (DTT) and Dish (DTH) to ensure every home stays connected.
To get the most value, you need to look beyond the channel numbers and understand the “content soul” of each bouquet.
StarTimes Bouquets and their Channels
In the following breakdown, we’ll explore the full range of StarTimes bouquets available in Nigeria and highlight what makes each one stand out.
Nova Bouquet
- Monthly Price: ₦2,100 (Antenna & Dish)
- Weekly Price: ₦700
- Total Channels: 40+ Channels
The Nova bouquet is designed for the “news and local culture” enthusiast. It is for households that prioritize staying informed about Nigerian affairs and enjoy the communal experience of local drama and religious worship. In 2026, it remains the most affordable way to keep a digital signal alive in your home.
Here are the StarTimes channels available for Nova bouquet subscribers:
- News: TVC News, Channels TV, NTA News 24, CCTV News, Al Jazeera (selected regions), BBC World News.
- Entertainment & Movies: AMC Series, ST Nollywood, Star Dadin Kowa, Orisun, TVC Entertainment, Galaxy TV, Silverbird TV, Wazobia TV.
- Kids & Education: Child Smile, NTA Knowledge, Mindset Learn.
- Music: ST Music, Nigezie (selected periods).
- Religion: Dove TV, IQRAA, Emmanuel TV, TBN.
- Local Stations: AIT, LTV, MITV, OGTV, STV Guide.
Basic Bouquet
- Monthly Price: ₦4,000 (Antenna) | ₦5,100 (Dish)
- Weekly Price: ₦1,400 (Antenna)
- Total Channels: 80+ Channels
The Basic bouquet is the “sweet spot” for 2026. It moves away from just being “functional” to being “entertaining.” This is where StarTimes introduces international kids’ programming and more robust movie options. If you have kids who demand cartoons and you want a bit more variety in your Nollywood movies, this is your package.
The inclusion of Nickelodeon and additional sports focus makes this a significant step up from Nova. It is built for a family that spends their evenings together in the living room.
Below are the channels that the Basic bouquet subscribers get:
- All Nova Channels PLUS:
- Kids: Nickelodeon, JimJam, Da Vinci.
- Movies & Series: AMC Movies, Star Novela E1, ST Kung Fu, AMC Nigeria, ST Sino Drama.
- Sports: ST Sports Focus, ST Sports Life.
- International News: Bloomberg, Fox News (selected regions), CNBC Africa.
- Lifestyle & Music: Fine Living, Fashion TV, MTV Base.
Classic Bouquet
- Monthly Price: ₦6,000 (Antenna) | ₦7,400 (Dish)
- Weekly Price: ₦2,000 (Antenna)
- Total Channels: 100+ Channels
The Classic bouquet is for the “Power Viewer.” In 2026, this tier is where StarTimes competes directly with high-end satellite providers. It offers the most comprehensive sports coverage available on the platform, including major European football leagues like the Bundesliga and La Liga highlights.
If you are a football fan, the Classic bouquet is non-negotiable. It provides access to the “ST World Football” and “ST Sports Premium” channels, which are the jewels of the StarTimes sports crown. It also adds deep-dive documentary content for those who prefer learning over drama.
Below are the channels available under the StarTimes Classic bouquet:
- All Basic Channels PLUS:
- Sports: ST World Football, ST Sports Premium, ST Sports Arena, ESPN (selected events).
- Movies: ST Movies Plus, ST Zone, Iroko Play, Fox Life.
- Documentary: Discovery Science, CGTN Documentary, Viasat Nature/History (selected regions).
- Entertainment: E! Entertainment, BET, FOX, MTV.
- Specialty: Star Plus, Zee Cinema (for Bollywood fans).
What’s the cost price of StarTimes decoders, antennae, and dishes?
Here is how much you will spend on the various combos:
| DTH decoder, dish, accessories | 1-month Super bouquet subscription | ₦13,200 |
| DTH decoder, dish, accessories | 1-month Smart bouquet subscription | ₦11,200 |
| DTT decoder, antenna | 1-month Classic bouquet subscription | ₦9,400 |
| DTT decoder | 1-month Classic bouquet subscription | ₦7,600 |
StarTimes subscription code in Nigeria
Different Nigerian banks provide their own USSD codes for paying StarTimes subscriptions. To subscribe this way, dial your bank’s USSD code, go to “Pay Bills” or “Cable TV Bills,” select StarTimes, input your Smartcard number, and follow the on-screen instructions to finish the payment. You can use the following bank codes:
| Bank | USSD Code |
|---|---|
| Access (Diamond) Bank | *901# |
| Eco Bank | *326# |
| Fidelity Bank | *770# |
| First Bank | *894# |
| Heritage Bank | *322*00# |
| Keystone Bank | *7111# Read |
| Polaris Bank | *833# |
| Stanbic IBTC Bank | *909# |
| Sterling Bank | *822# |
| United Bank for Africa (UBA) | *919# |
| Union Bank | *826# |
| Unity Bank | *7799# |
| Wema Bank | *945# |
| Guarantee Trust Bank | *737# |
