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DStv Boosts the Step Up Offer with Higher Reward

With the recently concluded DStv’s February Pay and get Upgraded Step Up offer, DStv customers need not fret because the deals keep coming! From Monday 1 March 2020, active Access, Family, Compact, and Compact Plus, customers who upgrade to a higher package will be bumped up to an even higher package at no extra cost.
“In line with our mission to add value and enrich the lives of our customers, and with the positive response we received from the initial Step-Up deal, we wanted to up the stakes with a greater offer” says MultiChoice Nigeria, Chief Customer Officer, Martin Mabutho. “We understand that now that viewers have experienced the quality entertainment that sits on higher packages, there’s an appetite to view more of the top-class content that DStv has on its platforms”.
Active DStv customers on the Access, Family, Compact and Compact Plus bouquets need only upgrade to the package above their current package to experience what’s on offer in the package even higher to that. Compact Plus customers will continue to have access to content on the Premium package during the offer period.
This March there is something for everyone on DStv.Upgraded customers will be able to enjoy world-class sporting action together with original local content, international movies, series, telenovelas, music shows, news and kids’ entertainment on the Step Up and Boost offer.
Compact Customers who upgrade to Compact Plus will be boosted to Premium, where they can experience a dynamic world of high-end entertainment. Don’t miss out on M-Net’s (DStv Channel 101) new thriller The Prodigal Son on Wednesdays at 8:00pm which follows Malcolm Bright, a former FBI profiler and, the son of a serial killer who suspects that he himself might become a sociopath. Look out for Liam Neeson in the high-impact action thriller, Cold Pursuit on also M-Net.
For family friendly fun, watch the classic Toy Story trilogy on Comedy Central (DStv Channel 122) on Fridays at 7:00pm from Friday 13 March. An incredible UFC 248 match between Adesanya V Romer. Catch Africa Magic’s Unbroken romantic drama which family rivalry and suspense everyday but Sunday at 8:00pm on Africa Magic Showcase channels 151.
From Saturday 28 March, classic car lovers who upgrade from the Family package to Compact will have access to Compact Plus and will be able to catch Salvage Hunters: Classic Cars on Discovery (DStv Channel 121) at 7:00pm. The documentary series will take viewers on a search for iconic cars that are restored and sold for high profit. True-Crime fans can catch the seventh season premiere of the CBS Justice (DStv Channel 170) show, Murder Made Me Famous from Tuesday 24 March at 7:00pm.
The series recounts true-life crimes that became headline-making news. The cases covered in season 7 include Pablo Escobar, The Boston Strangler and The Nurse Killer. FA Cup is back with Chelsea Vs Liverpool on the 3rd Mar @ 8:45pm Ch 223 and Derby County Vs Man United 5th Mar @ 8:45pm Ch 223
Access customers who upgrade to Family can sample the wide range of local content, movies and sports on DStv Compact. The popular comedy-crime series, Carter returns to Universal TV (DStv Channel 117) on Friday 20 March at 7:00pm. Jerry O’Connell stars as actor-turned-detective Harley Carter as season two of the hit comedy drama gets underway this month, opening with Harley’s first solo case as a PI.
The world’s biggest motoring show, Top Gear, screeches back on BBC Brit (DStv Channel 120) with a brand-new season on Thursday 5 March at 7:00pm. Fresh from the success of their first season together, Top Gear’s new line up of presenters –Freddie Flintoff, Paddy McGuinness, and Chris Harris – get up to even more mischief as they travel the globe in pursuit of motoring mayhem.
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UK Minister for Africa Visits Nigeria to Deepen Strategic Partnership

The United Kingdom’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins of Highbury, has concluded a three-day visit to Nigeria, aimed at reinforcing the UK-Nigeria Strategic Partnership.
He reaffirmed the UK Government’s strong commitment to deepening trade and investment ties between the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
During his visit, Lord Collins met with senior Nigerian government officials, business leaders, civil society representatives and United Nations agencies.
These engagements underlined the UK’s long-term drive to support Nigeria’s prosperity and stability while deepening bilateral cooperation for transformative growth across our shared priorities.
A key highlight of the visit was Lord Collin’s bilateral meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, in which both parties reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to strengthening economic ties and promoting regional security. The Minister was joined by the UK’s Trade Envoy to Nigeria, Florence Eshalomi MP.
Lord Collins also met with Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, and discussions focused on opportunities to strengthen engagement between UK’s parliament and Nigeria’s National Assembly and the importance of furthering women’s participation in politics.
Speaking on his visit, the UK Government’s Minister for Africa, Lord Collins said: “Nigeria and the UK share a rich, ambitious relationship: one that is deeply rooted in respect.
“Our Strategic Partnership is at the forefront of this, and my visit has focused on how our countries can continue deepening our cooperation on key issues such as trade and investment to drive economic growth and deliver prosperity for us all.”
The Minister held discussions with United Nations representatives on the ongoing reform of the UN system, its implications for Nigeria and how the reform can effectively support those most in need, particularly in Northeast Nigeria, whilst also contributing to global humanitarian efforts.
Lord Collins also met with civil society leaders to discuss electoral integrity and governance reforms, reinforcing the UK’s commitment to democratic values and community empowerment.
He later visited Nigeria’s Anti-Kidnap Fusion Cell: a key security initiative supported by UK expertise through the National Crime Agency and the Integrated Security Fund, which plays a vital role in enhancing local safety and combating serious crime.
Also commenting on the visit, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery, said: “Driving growth is central to the UK’s foreign and development policy. Lord Collins’ visit to Nigeria underscores the UK’s unwavering commitment to deepening our shared prosperity through expanded trade and investment. We are proud to stand alongside Nigeria as it forges a resilient and dynamic economy.”
This visit underscores the UK’s enduring partnership with Nigeria – built on mutual respect, shared goals, and a vision for a prosperous future for both nations.
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PalmPay Launches CSR Initiatives to Empower Women, Foster Financial Literacy in Northern Nigeria

In a strategic move to expand financial inclusion in Nigeria, leading mobile banking platform, PalmPay has launched a series of CSR programs across Kano and Kaduna. The CSR initiative named “Passing the Baton” represents the brand’s commitment to passing on knowledge and providing the resources individuals and businesses need to achieve financial independence and drive economic empowerment.
This initiative is a bold move by PalmPay to bridge the opportunity gap in the North by providing financial literacy training and micro-business branding support to 5,000 women-owned businesses in Kano and Kaduna. This strategic initiative reaffirms PalmPay’s commitment to inclusive development and economic empowerment, particularly in underserved regions.
“At PalmPay, we believe that real financial inclusion must be far reaching and cover the grassroots,” said Chika Nwosu, Managing Director of PalmPay. “Our new CSR program is focused on supporting gender equity by equipping women with the knowledge, tools, and visibility they need to thrive as entrepreneurs in their communities.”
Through this initiative, beneficiaries will receive free health insurance, hands-on training workshops, enhanced store branding to boost visibility, and branded merchandise to strengthen their business presence.
The initiative is part of PalmPay’s broader strategy to extend its innovative solutions, expand its footprint in Northern Nigeria, while building sustainable partnerships with local stakeholders for long-term impact.
In a show of support, His Royal Highness, the Emir of Kano, Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II, has endorsed the initiative, calling on other stakeholders to join forces with PalmPay in ensuring the North benefits fully from the growing digital economy. PalmPay has received commendation from community stakeholders, as the initiative aims to serve as a model for similar projects across other northern states.
As PalmPay continues to scale across Nigeria, the company remains committed to bridging the financial inclusion gap and empowering underserved groups, particularly women and youth, through its innovative solutions and impact initiatives.
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