A Ghanaian self-proclaimed prophet has landed in police custody after his dramatic prophecy that the world would end on Christmas Day failed to come true, sparking public outrage and renewed debate over controversial religious claims.
The prophet, popularly known as Ebo Noah, was arrested by the Ghana Police Service days after December 25 passed without the catastrophic global event he had predicted.
His arrest followed weeks of anxiety and confusion among followers, some of whom reportedly altered their lives after believing his warnings.
In viral videos shared across social media, Ebo Noah had claimed that God had revealed to him that the world would be destroyed on December 25, 2025, through massive floods.
He urged people to repent urgently and prepare for the impending doom, statements that quickly spread beyond Ghana to other parts of Africa.
However, when Christmas Day came and went without incident, the prophet released new videos claiming that his prayers had convinced God to postpone the disaster.
The explanation did little to calm public anger, with many accusing him of misleading the public and causing unnecessary fear.
Ghanaian authorities later confirmed his arrest, citing concerns over false public pronouncements capable of causing panic and public disorder, especially when amplified through digital platforms.
Police said investigations are ongoing, although formal charges had not been immediately announced.
The case has reignited long-standing debates in Ghana about the conduct of self-styled prophets, the limits of religious freedom, and whether stronger regulation is needed to curb alarming prophecies that gain traction online.
Similar controversies have been witnessed across Africa, including in Kenya, where end-times predictions by religious figures often draw massive attention before quietly fading when they fail to materialise.
As Ebo Noah remains under investigation, the Ghana Police Service has urged the public to remain calm and rely on verified information, warning against the spread of unverified religious claims that could disrupt social order.