Sapele (NG)

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Sapele is a city (242,652 inhabitants in 2006) in Delta State, Nigeria. The city has one of Nigeria's major ports and also non-salty. Its industries include the processing of timber, rubber, and palm oil, as well as furniture, tamarind balm and footwear manufacturing. Sapele also, is hub to oil and gas exploration, with flow stations situated in Shell Road and Oton. It has various oil wells in neighboring towns and villages.

By the mid-19th century, Sapele was established as a trading center. In 1891, the British government established a vice-consulate at Sapele.

Nigeria Independance era 1960-

Nigeria Commonwealth era - 1960

SAPELE TOWN NIGERIA 1954

Niger Coast Protectorate 1892 - 1898

Circle SAPELE A in 1895