Nairobi County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service Geoffrey Mosiria has weighed in on the arrest of a Ghanaian prophet who falsely predicted that the world would end on Christmas Day, using the incident to caution the public against blind faith and religious manipulation.
In a strongly worded social media post, Mosiria reacted to reports that self-styled Ghanaian prophet Ebo Noah was arrested after his widely shared prophecy failed to materialise.
The prophet had claimed that the world would come to an end on December 25, causing anxiety among followers before the day passed without incident.
Mosiria questioned why such claims continue to gain traction, suggesting that religious exploitation thrives where critical thinking is absent.
In a sarcastic tone, the Nairobi CEC remarked that the prophet might have avoided trouble had he simply asked followers to “plant a seed,” a common phrase associated with controversial fundraising practices in some churches.
“He would have made enough money to pay cash bail and still remain ‘anointed,’” Mosiria wrote, in comments that quickly drew attention online.
The county official went further, warning that society risks normalising deception when people abandon logic in the name of faith.
He jokingly suggested that the prophet needed “spiritual oil” to avoid “spoiling the town,” comments that reflected growing frustration over repeated false prophecies by religious figures across Africa.
Mosiria used the episode to deliver a broader message at the start of the new year, urging citizens to balance faith with reason.
He emphasised that belief should not come at the expense of common sense, noting that critical thinking is equally a gift from God.
“I pray that this new year we stop being brainwashed, stop being foolish, and start using our brains properly,” he said.
The arrest of Ebo Noah has reignited debate across the region, including in Kenya, over the influence of self-proclaimed prophets and the responsibility of leaders to speak out against teachings that mislead or cause public panic.
Mosiria’s remarks echo a growing call among public officials and citizens for accountability, discernment, and responsible use of religion in the digital age.