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Koroba

The Case of the Missing Kolo

Alaba Onajin Alaba Onajin

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English
Scallywag Press
07 May 2026
Series: Koroba
A new graphic novel series reminiscent of Tintin, set in a vibrant African community.

Ten-year-old Korob knows everyone in Makoko, the Nigerian fishing village where she lives. Between doing chores for her mother, she roams free with her best friends, Saidat and Joba, and her adorable dog, Popi. The last thing Korob would expect in Makoko is a thief. Yet Saidat's wooden piggy bank has been stolen! Buckle up, budding mystery fans...

It's time to join Korob and friends on their thrilling chase for the culprit.
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Illustrated by:   Alaba Onajin
Imprint:   Scallywag Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 165mm,  Spine: 12mm
ISBN:   9781836300649
ISBN 10:   1836300646
Series:   Koroba
Pages:   144
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 7 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming
Author Website:   http://www.alabaonajin.com

lb njn was born in Nigeria, and now lives in Gloucestershire. lb has a diploma in Freelance Cartooning and Illustration, and a passion for telling stories through his drawings his work has been published in USA and by UNESCO. As a child, he loved reading mysteries such as The Famous Five, and aims to create equally fun and empowering stories featuring smart child protagonists but set in his home country.

Reviews for Koroba: The Case of the Missing Kolo

'This accessible introduction into young detective Koroba's world is both narratively efficient and visually exquisite; a promising start to a planned series of graphic mysteries.' School Library Journal


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