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Sapele water
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(Nigerian) illegally brewed or homemade alcohol
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What does "Sapele water" mean in Nigerian slang?
In Nigerian slang, "Sapele water" refers to illegally brewed or homemade alcohol, usually cheap, strong, and unregulated. It is used in informal Nigerian English and Pidgin when talking about street-made spirits that can be harsh or unsafe. The term comes from Sapele in Delta State, which became associated with local gin production, and "water" is used ironically to refer to the alcoholic drink.
Examples
He bought some Sapele water for the party.
