If a drum is not made, it is the fault of the master; but if the drum is made and is not beaten, then that is the fault of the boys. (Nigerian Proverb)

If a drum is not made, it is the fault of the master; but if the drum is made and is not beaten, then that is the fault of the boys.

Nigerian Proverb

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