StarTimes Emerges Best Pay TV Operator at BoICT 2016

StarTimes continues its winning streak by clinching the Best Pay TV Operator in Nigeria at the coveted Beacon of Information and Communication Technology (BoICT) awards gala which held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos on Saturday.

During the ceremony attended by the crème de la crème of technology policy makers, captains of industries, regulatory bodies and other key players, StarTimes was presented with the prestigious award and commended for its consumer friendly offerings, particularly its record-smashing Nova Pay TV bouquet.

StarTimes is a leading digital-TV operator in Africa combining satellite and terrestrial DTV systems to provide an open and secure digital wireless platform. It provides a robust signal transmission service for public and private broadcasters that offers consumers outstanding Pay-TV programs and owns a featured content platform with 440 authorized channels consisting of news, movies, series, sports, entertainment, children’s programs, fashion, religion etc.

Speaking on StarTimes achievements, deserving of the awards, Mr. Ken Nwogbo, editor In-chief and CEO of CommunicationsWeek Media Limited and the organisers of the awards, said that over time, StarTimes has revolutionalize the Pay TV industry landscape in Nigeria with its consistently affordable and public friendly offerings. “Since StarTimes joined the industry, Pay TV has become more popular and accessible for many people.”

Head of public relations, mr israel Bolaji expressed appreciation to millions of StarTimes subscribers who made it possible with a promise of better subscribers experience.

“As a business, we have embraced innovation and cutting edge global technology solutions to deliver compelling digital television experience to our millions of subscribers. With very sharp picture quality, strong signals and rich channels that meet the entertainment need of every member of the family, we offer affordable bouquets of digital television as part of our commitment to guide Nigerians into full digitalization. We also engage in relevant collaborations with critical stakeholders to achieve this.”