A self-proclaimed Ghanaian prophet who predicted the world would end through flooding on December 25 has announced the disaster has been postponed following what he describes as divine intervention. Ebo Noah, the 30-year-old man behind the widely publicized prophecy, informed his followers the catastrophic flood would not occur as originally predicted.
The announcement came after thousands of people from Ghana and other African countries reportedly traveled to the ark sites, preparing to board the vessels ahead of Christmas Day. Videos circulating on social media showed crowds gathering near the wooden structures in anticipation of the predicted event.
In a video message shared on social media, Ebo Noah stated he received a fresh vision showing large numbers of people gathering to enter his arks, but the existing structures could not accommodate everyone. He claimed that after consulting with other religious leaders for intercessory prayers, God granted additional time to construct more vessels.
The self-styled prophet, who refers to himself as both Ebo Noah and Ebo Jesus, first gained international attention in August when he began posting videos on social media showing himself constructing wooden arks and warning that God had revealed a three-year period of rain would begin on December 25, 2025. He claimed the flooding would devastate the earth similar to the biblical account of Noah.
Reports indicate Ebo Noah has built approximately ten wooden arks, though the exact number has varied in different accounts. The vessels, constructed with the help of local fishermen, appear significantly smaller than the biblical ark described in Genesis. Some critics have questioned whether the structures are genuine arks or existing fishing boats.
Ghanaian authorities arrested Ebo Noah in December over concerns his statements were causing public panic, particularly among residents living abroad. He was detained for 72 hours before being released. Officials determined that making religious prophecies does not constitute a criminal offense under Ghanaian law.
The prophecy generated intense debate across Ghana and internationally. Days before Christmas, Ebo Noah appeared publicly in a newly acquired Mercedes-Benz while wearing his trademark burlap costume. He shared a message stating he had fasted for three weeks and prayed for Ghana and the world, declaring that whatever happened would be God’s decision.
In interviews, Ebo Noah claimed his ark could accommodate 600 million people worldwide. He emphasized the project was a community effort and repeatedly stated he was not selling tickets or collecting money from followers. The prophet also cautioned people against quitting their jobs or selling their properties based on his prophecy.
Recent rainfall in Ghana intensified fears among some believers, with several people taking the prophecy seriously enough to make preparations. However, skeptics cited the biblical covenant in Genesis where God promised never again to destroy the earth with floods. When confronted with this scripture, Ebo Noah responded that even God can change his mind, referencing the biblical account of King Hezekiah.
The postponement announcement on December 24 instructed followers to stay home and celebrate Christmas and New Year with their families. Ebo Noah said the flood would not occur on December 25 as originally stated, and no one should rush to the ark locations. He maintained he had received a divine mission to save humanity and was simply doing the work assigned to him.
The incident has reignited discussions in Ghana about the influence of self-proclaimed prophets and the balance between religious freedom and public safety. While some supporters viewed Ebo Noah as a genuine prophet preparing for the end times, critics questioned the practicality of the vessels and suggested the project was a social media publicity stunt. As of December 26, the predicted catastrophic flood had not materialized, and Ghana continued its normal operations.
