Guardian Nigeria | Lagos is an independent newspaper that has been providing balanced coverage of events since its establishment in 1983. With a commitment to promoting the best interests of Nigeria, Guardian Nigeria owes allegiance to no political party, ethnic community, religious group, or other interest. The newspaper stands for the integrity and sovereignty of Nigeria and Africa as a whole.

As a liberal newspaper, Guardian Nigeria upholds the principles of republican democracy and individual freedom. However, it also believes in the state's responsibility to create conditions that enable all citizens to reach their highest potential. The newspaper supports the ideology of free enterprise but emphasizes the need for judicious state intervention to ensure fair access to basic necessities for all citizens.

Guardian Nigeria advocates for justice, probity in public life, equal access to resources, and equal protection under Nigerian law. With the ancient Egyptian symbol for Conscience as its logo, Guardian Nigeria is driven by the motto Conscience, Nurtured by Truth