‘Koko Ros’ and the Erosion of Sierra Leone’s National Decorum

‘Koko Ros’ and the erosion of Sierra Leone’s national decorum

Oumar Farouk Sesay: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 12 August 2025: According to the local lore, the song “Koko Ros” was composed by Dr. Orloh, in the wake of a personal rupture – his divorce. On the surface, it is draped in melody and rhythm. Beneath that, it is an allegorical jab at his former wife’s preferences and, more pointedly, her character. The song hides its bitterness in the folds of harmony, embedding insults in art. “Koko Ros” is hardly uni…

“You koko ros O “ and the erosion of national decorum – Cocorioko

*Koko Ros and the Erosion of National Decorum* By Oumar Farouk Sesay According to the local lore, the song “Koko Ros” was composed by Dr. Orloh, in the wake of a personal rupture—his divorce. On the surface, it is draped in melody and rhythm. Beneath that, it is an allegorical jab at his former wife’s preferences and, more pointedly, her character. The song hides its bitterness in the folds of harmony, embedding insults in art. Screenshot “Koko …