Broadcasting
BBNaija: Whitemoney, Liquorose, Other Finalists Join Toke Makinwa on Final Episode of The Buzz

Toke Makinwa will host Big Brother Naija’s latest winner, Whitemoney, as well as the first runner-up, Liquorose, and other finalists, Pere and Cross, on the final episode of The Buzz. The 19th and final episode will air on Showmax on Wednesday, October 6, 2021.
Toke, who has hosted The Buzz twice every week throughout the BBNaija Shine Ya Eye season, will round things up with the 19th episode. She will speak with the top 4 about their experiences in the house.
Throughout the season, Toke, with the help of several guests like Basketmouth, Don Jazzy, Mercy Eke, Dorathy Bachor, and more, has analysed the housemates’ activities. Thanks to Big Brother, she has also revealed several never-before-seen videos from the house on the show.
The 19th episode promises to hold more excitement than other episodes and reveal even more never-before-seen clips from the BBNaija Shine Ya Eye season. In episode 18, Toke bet Don Jazzy that Whitemoney would win the show. It would be interesting to see how she’ll interact with the 29-year-old she rooted for as well as the other housemates.
During his time in the house, Cross was known as the bad-boy life of the party, who held his own by being one of the most original housemates. Cross caught the eye of several women, including Toke, with the way he carried himself, made everyone laugh, and generally acted like the class clown. Cross will discuss his time in the house, including his budding relationship with Angel and other exclusive details.
Pere, who everyone called ‘The General’, had one of the house’s most exciting character development stories.
He was first almost invincible, then he was a wildcard, the military HOH from hell, WM’s most prominent antagonist, the villain, and eventually the people’s favourite. Pere had quite the journey, expertly manipulating others’ actions with his words, fights, and general game style. While many may not have loved him as an individual, they can’t argue that he had one of the best gameplays and stories on the show this season.
Liquorose came in strong and was immediately considered a threat. She came in with almost a million followers on Instagram, and she had been popular as part of the GGB dance crew for years. It made her the easiest wildcard target, but she eventually won the house over with her sweetness.
From owning the party dancefloors to having the sweetest relationship with Emmanuel, Liquor quickly became a viewers’ favourite. Till the end of the show, many couldn’t say for sure if she’d lose the grand prize to Whitemoney.
Whitemoney, on the other hand, was the master of the game. He set himself up to win from the first day he walked into the house. First, he had one of the most interesting outfits amongst the men and probably the most dramatic entrance. Next, he told his life stories, most of which were sad.
In the second week, he cemented his place by showing just how creative he was. He also showed how kind he was by becoming the resident cook. The throne was almost immediately set in front of him. He’ll talk with Toke about relationships in the house, strategies if any, and his plans for the future now that he has joined the elite group of BBNaija winners.
Watch the final episode of Toke Makinwa’s explosive show, The Buzz, exclusively on Showmax on Wednesday at 7 pm to catch up with your favourite housemates. Download the Showmax app on your iOS or Android device for the exclusive episode from the BBNaija’ Shine Ya Eye’ edition.
Broadcasting
NCC Warns DJs: Playing Music Without License Could Lead to 5-Year Jail Term

Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has warned disc jockeys (DJs) against publicly playing music without proper authorization or a valid license.
NAN reports that John Asein, NCC director-general, gave the warning in an advisory issued in Abuja.
He said the commission’s attention had been drawn to the growing practice of DJs playing music in public spaces without obtaining copyright licences from their approved collective management organisations (CMOs).
Asein said under sections 9 and 12 of the Copyright Act, 2022, only the owner of copyright in a musical work or sound recording has the exclusive right to reproduce, perform, or communicate it to the public.
The NCC threatened to prosecute defaulters in a case that could lead to a N1 million fine or a 5-year jail term upon conviction.
“Engaging in any of these acts without the owner’s authorisation constitutes an infringement under the Act,” he said.
“Such infringement may constitute a civil wrong or a criminal offence under section 44 (7), punishable upon conviction by a fine of not less than N1 million or imprisonment for a term of not less than five years or to both.”
Asein advised DJs to obtain the necessary licences and pay royalties to the approved CMO before performing music publicly.
The NCC director-general added that the commission will arrest and prosecute anyone found violating the law.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the approved CMO for musical works and sound recordings in Nigeria is the Musical Copyright Society, Nigeria (MCSN),” he said.
“The Commission is aware that the Disc Jockey’s Association of Nigeria (DJAN), as the umbrella body representing DJs in Nigeria, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with MCSN.
“Under the arrangement, DJAN is authorised to work with MCSN to facilitate the payment of royalties by DJs nationwide, based on the tariff that DJAN had negotiated with MCSN.”
Broadcasting
Netflix Hikes Subscription Fees Again in Nigeria over “Market Conditions”

Netflix has increased its subscription fees in Nigeria for the third time since 2024, with the Premium Plan rising by 21.43%, from ₦7,000 to ₦8,500 per month.
This marks the streaming platform’s first price adjustment in 2025.
Other subscription tiers have also been affected.
The Standard Plan now costs ₦6,500, up from ₦5,500—a hike of 18.18%.
The Basic Plan has increased from ₦3,500 to ₦4,000, while the Mobile Plan moved from ₦2,200 to ₦2,500, reflecting increases of 14.29% and 13.64% respectively.
The latest adjustment aligns with Netflix’s broader global pricing strategy, which the company has linked to its ongoing investment in content and platform development. In a previous communication to investors, Netflix stated, “As we invest in and improve Netflix, we’ll occasionally ask our members to pay a little extra to reflect those improvements. Which in turn helps drive the positive flywheel of additional investment to further improve and grow our service.”
While the company did not explicitly cite inflation in its most recent update, its website indicates that local economic factors influence its pricing structure.
“Price changes are made to respond to local market changes, such as changes to local taxes or inflation,” the statement read.
The move mirrors similar pricing shifts among other major digital and entertainment services in Nigeria.
Companies including Google, DSTV, GOtv, and Microsoft have also raised subscription rates, attributing their decisions to continued inflationary pressures and a weakening naira.
Broadcasting
NBC, Nigcomsat Launch Satellite Plan to Transform Broadcasting

National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) and Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) have jointly introduced “The Big Picture’, a flagship initiative under Nigeria’s renewed Digital Switchover (DSO) project.
Under the project, Nigerian households will for the first time, gain access to high-quality digital broadcasts via affordable satellite dishes, hybrid devices, and internet-enabled set-top boxes.
Backed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and in line with his Renewed Hope Agenda, this strategic shift marks a significant step toward transforming Nigeria’s broadcasting landscape by leveraging the country’s sovereign satellite infrastructure.
At the heart of the initiative is NigComSat-1R, Nigeria’s only communications satellite in orbit, which will play a critical role in delivering Direct-to-Home (DTH) broadcasts across the entire Nigerian territory.
This satellite-first approach eliminates the traditional dependence on terrestrial transmission towers, accelerating the nationwide rollout of digital broadcasting by over 65%.
It also offers a scalable, cost-effective, and future-ready model for expanding digital access and promoting national storytelling.
Key figures, including: Charles Ebuebu, director-general, NBC; and Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, managing director, Nigcomsat, have welcomed this forward-thinking strategy, emphasising its importance in maximising the use of national satellite assets and ensuring inclusive access to digital content.
An estimated 10 million homes equipped with DVB-S2-compatible televisions or decoders will have immediate access to free-to-air channels, while others will benefit from next-generation hybrid devices that combine satellite feeds with online streaming capabilities.
These new branded devices are designed with the country’s youth-dominated demographic in mind over 60% of the population is under the age of 25.
They will feature pre-installed apps, voice search functionality, parental controls, and seamless integration with NigComSat’s Electronic Programme Guide (EPG), offering an intuitive and engaging user experience.
In a data-driven upgrade to Nigeria’s broadcasting ecosystem, NBC is also partnering with global analytics firm GARB to introduce real-time audience measurement technology.
This will enable broadcasters, advertisers and content creators to analyse viewership trends across regions and devices, helping to tailor content more effectively and drive higher audience engagement. The introduction of this system is expected to boost advertising revenue by as much as 300% by 2026.
The success of “The Big Picture” will rely on robust collaboration between public and private stakeholders.
The Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON) and other content partners are expected to supply 60% of programming for the new 120-channel platform, using both original and repurposed content.
Meanwhile, local manufacturers will contribute by producing around 5 million compliant devices annually, a move projected to create over 20,000 jobs in assembly plants nationwide.
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