Ghanaian Prophet Arrested Over False Christmas Day Flood Prophecy
Ghanaian Prophet Arrested Over False Christmas Day Flood Prophecy – Ghanaian self-styled prophet Ebo Noah has been arrested following the circulation of a widely publicised prophecy claiming the world would end through catastrophic flooding on Christmas Day.
Ebo Noah, a 30-year-old man who also refers to himself as “Ebo Jesus,” drew international attention after predicting that a three-year period of rain would begin on December 25, 2025, resulting in floods similar to those described in the biblical story of Noah. He later announced that the prophesied disaster had been postponed, citing what he described as divine intervention.
The announcement came after reports that thousands of people from Ghana and other African countries travelled to various “ark sites” in anticipation of the alleged end-of-the-world event.
Videos shared on social media showed large crowds gathering near wooden structures said to have been built as arks, with some followers preparing to board the vessels ahead of Christmas Day.
In a video message posted online, Ebo Noah said he had received a new vision in which he saw overwhelming numbers of people seeking refuge in the arks.
He claimed the existing structures were insufficient to accommodate everyone and that, following intercessory prayers with other religious leaders, God had granted additional time to construct more vessels.
The prophet first gained prominence in August after posting videos documenting the construction of wooden arks and warning of impending global floods.
He claimed the flooding would devastate the earth, mirroring the biblical account in the book of Genesis. Reports indicate that approximately ten arks were constructed with the assistance of local fishermen, although the exact number has varied.
Critics have questioned the authenticity of the vessels, with some suggesting they resemble ordinary fishing boats rather than arks capable of carrying large numbers of people.
Ghanaian authorities arrested Ebo Noah in December after expressing concern that his statements were causing public panic, particularly among Ghanaians living abroad. He was detained for 72 hours before being released, with officials later stating that making religious prophecies does not, in itself, constitute a criminal offence under Ghanaian law.
The prophecy sparked widespread debate both within Ghana and internationally. Days before Christmas, Ebo Noah appeared in public wearing his trademark burlap attire and arriving in a newly acquired Mercedes-Benz. He claimed to have fasted for three weeks while praying for Ghana and the world, stating that the outcome of events would ultimately be determined by God.
In several interviews, Ebo Noah asserted that his ark could accommodate up to 600 million people worldwide. He maintained that the project was a community-driven initiative and insisted that he was neither selling tickets nor soliciting funds from followers. He also cautioned believers against quitting their jobs or selling property based on his prophecy.
Recent rainfall in parts of Ghana heightened fears among some followers, with a number of people reportedly making preparations in anticipation of the floods. However, skeptics pointed to the biblical covenant in Genesis, in which God promises never again to destroy the earth by flooding. When challenged with this scripture, Ebo Noah argued that God can change His mind, referencing the biblical account of King Hezekiah.
On December 24, Ebo Noah announced the postponement of the prophecy, urging followers to remain at home and celebrate Christmas and the New Year with their families.
He confirmed that no flood would occur on December 25 as previously predicted and discouraged people from rushing to the ark locations.
Despite the controversy, he maintained that he had received a divine mission to save humanity and was merely carrying out what he described as God’s assignment.
