The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of Evans Eshun, popularly known as Ebo Noah, following weeks of public controversy surrounding his doomsday prophecies.
The confirmation was made in a statement published on the police’s official website on Wednesday. According to the statement, Ebo Noah was arrested by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team as part of ongoing efforts to monitor cyber-related activities, particularly in the period leading up to December 31 religious services.
Police said the arrest followed widespread online reports linking Ebo Noah to recent warnings issued by security agencies against individuals making public declarations or prophecies capable of causing fear, panic, or public disorder. However, authorities did not disclose the specific allegations against him or the exact conduct under investigation.
“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 statement said.
“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.”
The police added that while reports circulating online suggested the arrest was linked to warnings against fear-inducing prophecies, no official details had been released on the precise nature of the case.
“Police have not publicly detailed the specific allegations against the suspect or the nature of the conduct under investigation,” the statement noted.
Authorities also reminded the public that in recent years, security agencies have cautioned individuals and groups against making end-of-year predictions or public statements that could incite panic or threaten public peace, stressing that such matters may fall under existing public order and cybercrime laws.
Police confirmed that Ebo Noah is currently in custody to assist investigations. No formal charges, court dates, or bail conditions have been announced, and there is no indication that other suspects are being sought.
“The Police Service has urged the public to remain calm and avoid speculation, stressing that investigations are ongoing and that any legal action will follow due process,” the statement added, noting that Ebo Noah remains innocent until proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Ebo Noah gained widespread attention in recent months after building a massive wooden structure known as the “Ebo Noah Ark” and predicting a world-ending flood beginning December 25. He previously claimed to have received a divine warning of a catastrophic three-year rainfall that would wipe out the world, a prophecy that attracted intense media coverage and visitors from across Ghana and beyond.
However, in a video released last week, Ebo Noah said the disaster did not occur because he received a new revelation after intense prayers, fasting, and consultations with other religious leaders. He claimed the new vision showed that the number of people seeking refuge in the ark exceeded its capacity, prompting him to plead for more time to build additional arks.
Further official updates are expected as investigations continue.
