ACCRA, Ghana – Evans Eshun, the self-styled prophet known to his followers and online audiences as “Ebo Noah,” is in police custody facing charges of causing public fear and panic, after his widely publicised prediction of a world-ending flood proved false.
Eshun, who gained viral notoriety throughout 2025, had prophesied a catastrophic, three-year global deluge would begin on December 25, 2025. Claiming direct divine instruction, he embarked on a highly publicised mission to build several large, wooden “arks” in Ghana, stating they were necessary to save true believers from the impending apocalypse.
Viral Fame and Mounting Skepticism
The saga unfolded largely on social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube, where Ebo Noah documented the construction of the rudimentary boats. His dramatic prophecies and old-testament aesthetic captivated a global online audience, blending religious fervour with internet spectacle.
However, scepticism grew alongside his fame. Critics labelled him a content farmer or scammer, accusations that intensified after he was seen acquiring a luxury Mercedes-Benz, valued at approximately $89,000. Many questioned how the purchase aligned with his message of imminent doom and charitable salvation.
A Quiet Christmas and Shifting Narrative
December 25, 2025, passed without incident across Ghana and the world. As the sun rose on December 26, Ebo Noah offered a new explanation to his followers. He claimed that through his prayers and interventions, God had been persuaded to postpone the catastrophic flood. He asserted the delay was to allow him more time to construct additional arks.
This revised narrative did not satisfy Ghanaian authorities. The police, who had been monitoring the situation, moved to arrest Eshun in late December.
Legal Reckoning for “False Communication”
In a statement, police confirmed the arrest of Evans Eshun “for the publication of false news with the intent to cause fear and panic.” He has been charged under the country’s Public Order Act. During a court hearing, prosecutors argued that his actions had caused undue anxiety and disrupted public order.
A magistrate remanded Eshun into custody and, notably, ordered him to undergo a psychological assessment. The court proceedings are ongoing, with the next hearing expected later this month.
A Modern Cautionary Tale
The case of Ebo Noah stands as a modern parable of the potent mix of social media, apocalyptic belief, and potential exploitation. It highlights the fine line between religious expression and public mischief in the digital age, where a local prophecy can swiftly become an international viral phenomenon.
As of early January 2026, the wooden arks stand as silent, unfinished monuments to a failed prophecy, while their builder awaits his legal and psychological fate in a police cell.
