In danyi suka I risku ɗun ɓuri in waata in duula naamo.

To raise a child in affluence is better than leaving him/her a large inheritance.

In the traditional proverb, affluence is a metonymy for what is good. The expression refers to doing good to family or friends while one has the opportunity to do so.

• Postproverbial: In danyi suka i risku wannai baccel.
  Translation: To raise a child in affluence spoils the child.
  

Nigeria (Fulbe)

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