Egbe bere, ugo bere; nke sị ibe ya ebela, nku kwaa ya.

Literal translation

Let the kite perch and let the eagle perch; may the wings of the one that denies the other break.

Explanation

The two birds can share a place. The warning falls on the bird that tries to keep the other out.

When to use it

When one person wants to deny another the same opportunity they enjoy.

Source: Anyabuike, proverb 5.