Ebo Noah, with over 32,000 Instagram followers, shared videos showing himself constructing multiple wooden boats—reportedly up to ten—modeled after biblical Noah's ark. He claimed divine instructions to build vessels for believers, animals, and salvation from relentless rain submerging the Earth.
When no flood materialized on Christmas Day, Ebo declared God granted more time for additional arks. He urged followers to "party" and enjoy the holidays, appearing at a concert to reinforce the message.
Videos amassed millions of views on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, sparking panic among some who gathered near construction sites in areas like Elmina. Reports emerged of people traveling from neighboring countries, with one Liberian man reportedly stranded after selling belongings.
Skeptics highlighted the biblical covenant in Genesis promising no future global flood, symbolized by the rainbow. Critics questioned the boats' seaworthiness and accused Ebo of exploiting faith, especially amid reports of donations funding a luxury Mercedes-Benz purchase. An unrelated boat was set ablaze by an angry individual fearing family relocation due to rumors.
Ghanaian authorities monitored the situation, with some interventions for public safety. Ebo faced brief detention over misinformation claims but was released. The saga underscores social media's role in amplifying unverified prophecies, blending faith, fear, and viral sensationalism in West Africa.
Ghanaian Self-Proclaimed Prophet Ebo Noah Claims Divine Intervention Postponed Global Flood
Digital Desk
Ebo Noah, with over 32,000 Instagram followers, shared videos showing himself constructing multiple wooden boats—reportedly up to ten—modeled after biblical Noah's ark. He claimed divine instructions to build vessels for believers, animals, and salvation from relentless rain submerging the Earth.
When no flood materialized on Christmas Day, Ebo declared God granted more time for additional arks. He urged followers to "party" and enjoy the holidays, appearing at a concert to reinforce the message.
Videos amassed millions of views on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, sparking panic among some who gathered near construction sites in areas like Elmina. Reports emerged of people traveling from neighboring countries, with one Liberian man reportedly stranded after selling belongings.
Skeptics highlighted the biblical covenant in Genesis promising no future global flood, symbolized by the rainbow. Critics questioned the boats' seaworthiness and accused Ebo of exploiting faith, especially amid reports of donations funding a luxury Mercedes-Benz purchase. An unrelated boat was set ablaze by an angry individual fearing family relocation due to rumors.
Ghanaian authorities monitored the situation, with some interventions for public safety. Ebo faced brief detention over misinformation claims but was released. The saga underscores social media's role in amplifying unverified prophecies, blending faith, fear, and viral sensationalism in West Africa.
