"When the head is too big, it cannot dodg..." - Nigerian Proverb

“When the head is too big, it cannot dodge blows.”

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Meaning

Arrogant leaders become easy targets; humility is protective.

Igbo egalitarian traditions resist excessive pride in leaders. Those who grow too self-important become vulnerable to community correction.

Origin

Nigerian

Language

Igbo

“The fish rots from the head down.”

Ghanaian

“A roaring lion kills no game.”

Ugandan

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