Ehi bu ụzọ na-aṅu mmiri ọma.

The first cow drinks the cleanest water.

The traditional proverb emphasises the importance of punctuality and the first comer advantage.

• Postproverbial: Ehi bu ụzọ na ebu ụzọ adanye n’olulu.
  Translation: The first cow falls into the pit first.
  

Nigeria (Igbo)

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