#nigerian proverbs

[bookofkhidr]

Other people’s wisdom prevents the king from being called a fool.

Nigerian Proverb

[tingsparis]

[oiroegbu]

African Proverbs: On True Friendship

Between true friends, even water drunk together is sweet enough Friendship is a useful component of life. True friendship goes beyond usefulness, it’s a lovely asset. Genuine friendship outperforms selfishness and many things. It doesn’t compete with its companions rather it tries to bring the best out of everyone. True friends consider themselves an extension of the other. Thus, every time and…

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[oiroegbu]

Proverb: On A Borrowed Oil...

Proverb: On A Borrowed Oil…

Igbo: Mmanù arîótara arîóta anaghî ezu ofe English: Borrowed palm oil can never be enough for soup Origin: This proverb originates from Southern Nigeria. It is an Igbo proverb. Palm oil (mmanù in Igbo) is a standard cooking oil used in West Africa. In Nigeria’s Yoruba, Igbo, Ijaw, Bini, and Ibibio land, it’s vital to use it in most dishes as the unique taste adds flavor to meals, especially…

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[oiroegbu]

African Proverb: Someone who Shouts There is nothing to fear from someone who shouts. Meaning: In Igbo land it's assumed that people who make a lot of noise are cowards. The principle of more action and less talk is the foundation of this proverb. The English version is the empty drum makes the loudest noise.

[anisebonny]

You see pikin wey dey go farm wey no carry drinking water, when he reach farm wetin him go drink??

[therebelwrites]

A man does not wander far from where his corn is roasting.

Nigerian Proverb

[livinglavidalagos]

'Dem no dey follow man drag dream'

Sayings from Warri