CRIME
Ghana Police Arrest Self-Styled Prophet Ebo Noah Over Controversial Public Prophecies as Cyber Vetting Team Steps Up End-of-Year Surveillance
The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of Evans Eshun, popularly known as Ebo Noah, following his recent public prophecies that attracted widespread national and online attention.
The arrest was announced in an official statement published on the police service’s website on Wednesday, confirming that Eshun was taken into custody by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team.
According to the police, the action forms part of intensified efforts to monitor and manage cyber-related activities ahead of 31st night religious events, a period historically associated with heightened public prophecies and mass religious gatherings across the country.
The development comes amid widespread online reports linking the arrest to earlier security warnings issued against individuals making public prophecies or pronouncements capable of causing fear, panic, or disruption of public order.
In its statement, the police said, “The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of a man identified as Evans Eshun, also known as Ebo Noah, by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team.
“The arrest was carried out as part of ongoing police efforts to monitor and address cyber related activities, particularly in the period leading up to 31st night religious services.
“Police confirmation follows reports circulating online suggesting the arrest was linked to warnings issued by security agencies regarding the conduct of individuals making public declarations and prophecies that could cause fear or public disorder.
“At this stage, police have not publicly detailed the specific allegations against the suspect or the nature of the conduct under investigation.
“The Ghana Police Service has, in recent years, cautioned individuals and groups against making predictions or public statements, especially during end of year religious events, that could incite panic or threaten public peace.
“Security agencies have stated that such matters may be examined under existing laws governing public order, communication and cyber related offences.
“Police sources say Evans Eshun is currently in custody to assist with investigations.
“Authorities have not announced any formal charges, court dates, or bail conditions. They have also not indicated whether additional persons are being sought in connection with the case.
“The Police Service has urged the public to remain calm and to avoid speculation, stressing that investigations are ongoing and that any legal action will follow due process. As with all such cases, the suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.
“Further official updates are expected as police conclude their investigations and determine the appropriate next steps.”
Ebo Noah rose to national prominence after constructing a large wooden ark and issuing public warnings of an impending flood he claimed would begin on December 25.
He had first gone viral in August, when he announced that he received a divine revelation forewarning of three years of catastrophic rainfall that would ultimately destroy the world.
The structure, known as the Ebo Noah Ark, was reportedly built following what he described as divine instructions, with Eshun repeatedly calling on the public to repent in preparation for the predicted disaster.
Videos documenting the steady expansion of the ark spread rapidly across social media platforms, drawing intense media scrutiny and attracting visitors from different parts of Ghana and beyond.
In a later video circulated online, Ebo Noah stated that the predicted disaster did not occur after what he described as a new revelation received through prayers, fasting, and consultations with other religious leaders. He claimed the revised vision showed that the number of people seeking refuge in the ark exceeded its capacity, prompting what he said was divine permission to build additional arks to accommodate everyone.
Meanwhile, security agencies continue to emphasize caution around public declarations capable of stirring mass fear, reiterating that freedom of worship must be balanced with public safety, peace, and adherence to the law.