If all seeds that fall were to grow, then no one could follow the path under the trees.
More Nigerian Proverbs:
The quarrel that doesn't concern you is pleasant to hear about.Nigerian
Fishing without a net is just bathing.
Nigerian
It is more fun doing evil than putting it right.
Nigerian
One goat cannot carry another goat's tail.
Nigerian
If the bull would throw you, lie down.
Nigerian
The cry of the hyena and the loss of the goat are one.
Nigerian