A self-proclaimed Ghanaian prophet known as Ebo Noah (also referred to as Ebo Jesus or Prophet Ebo Noah) has sparked widespread online buzz and debate with his claim that a catastrophic global flood will begin on December 25, 2025, lasting three to four years and submerging much of the world. In response to what he describes as a divine vision, Ebo Noah has been constructing multiple large wooden arks, asserting they will serve as refuges for believers and animals, mirroring the biblical story of Noah.
Videos shared by Ebo Noah since August 2025 show him and assistants building the structures in Ghana, often dressed in sackcloth while preaching repentance. He claims to have completed around eight to ten arks, each made from thousands of wooden planks, and has featured livestock in clips to echo Genesis. In one widely viewed video titled "What will happen and how it will happen," he details visions of relentless rain starting on Christmas Day, drowning cities and continents.
The prophecy has gone viral on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and X, amassing millions of views. Supporters praise him as a modern prophet preparing for end times, while critics dismiss it as unfounded, pointing to practical issues like the arks lacking engines or steering, and biblical contradictions—specifically Genesis 9:11, where God covenants never again to destroy the earth with a flood, symbolized by the rainbow.
Reports of crowds rushing to the ark sites have circulated, particularly in sensational posts on December 24, 2025, suggesting Ghanaians were panicking and seeking spots aboard. However, these claims appear exaggerated or unverified, stemming largely from social media hype rather than confirmed widespread gatherings. Local Ghanaian media, such as GhanaWeb and YEN.com.gh, have covered the story as a viral sensation but note no major public disorder or mass migrations to the sites.
Ebo Noah's activities drew scrutiny earlier in the year, with some reports of a brief arrest by Ghanaian police over concerns of spreading panic or false information. He was reportedly released after authorities determined that religious prophecies alone do not constitute a criminal offense, though preventive measures were mentioned in unconfirmed accounts.
As Christmas Day 2025 arrived without incident—no global flooding occurred—the story highlighted the power of social media algorithms in amplifying doomsday claims. Ebo Noah's final updates on December 24 included arriving in a new Mercedes-Benz, which drew mockery online, and statements leaving outcomes "in God's hands" after fasting and praying.
The phenomenon raises questions about misinformation, religious freedom, and public safety in the digital age. Religious scholars emphasize scriptural warnings against date-setting for apocalyptic events (e.g., Matthew 24:36: "No one knows about that day or hour"). Meteorologists and scientists confirm no evidence supports a global flood forecast.
While the prophecy failed to materialize, it captivated global audiences, blending faith, viral content, and skepticism in a modern retelling of an ancient tale.
