The Guardian![]() |
| Type | Daily newspaper |
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| Format | Broadsheet |
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| Publisher | Guardian Newspapers Limited |
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| Founded | 2 February 1983; 41 years ago (2 February 1983) |
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| Language | English |
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| Headquarters | Lagos |
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| Website | www.guardian.ng |
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The Guardian is a newspaper, established in 1983, published in Lagos, Nigeria.[1] It is often known as a pioneer in introducing investigative journalism and editorial content to Nigeria.[2][3]
History
The Guardian was established in 1983 by Alex Ibru and Stanley Macebuh. It has influence from The Guardian in the UK.[4] The paper was first published on 22 February 1983 as a weekly, appearing on Sundays. It started publishing every day on 4 July 1983.[5][6]
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