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The Ghana Police Service has arrested controversial pastor Evans Eshun, popularly known on social media as Ebo Noah, following widespread public outrage over his failed prophecy that the world would end on Christmas Day.
The arrest comes days after Christmas passed without any of the catastrophic events predicted by the self-styled prophet, whose claims had triggered anxiety, confusion, and heated debate across Ghana and beyond. Ejes Gist News reports that security operatives took Eshun into custody after mounting pressure from the public and concerns over public order.
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Who Is Evans Eshun (Ebo Noah)?
Evans Eshun gained viral attention after repeatedly claiming that God revealed to him that the world would end on December 25 through a massive flood similar to the biblical account of Noah. He asserted that only those who followed his instructions and gathered at designated locations would be saved.
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Through viral videos circulated on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and X, Eshun urged followers to abandon their homes, prepare supplies, and assemble around wooden structures he described as modern-day arks.
Public Reaction to the Failed Prophecy
When Christmas Day arrived, no flood, earthquake, or apocalyptic event occurred. Families across Ghana celebrated the holiday under normal conditions, directly contradicting Eshun’s predictions.
Following the failure of the prophecy, Eshun released new videos claiming the disaster had been “postponed” after prayers and divine intervention. This explanation intensified public backlash, with many accusing him of deception, manipulation, and exploitation of religious belief.
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Several social media users demanded his arrest, arguing that his actions caused unnecessary panic and emotional distress, especially among vulnerable followers who reportedly sold belongings or travelled long distances in preparation for the foretold disaster.
Police Action and Arrest
Sources indicate that the Ghana Police Service initiated action after reviewing complaints and monitoring the social impact of the prophecy. Authorities were reportedly concerned that the messages could incite fear, disrupt public peace, and mislead citizens into making dangerous decisions.
Images and videos circulating online show Eshun in police custody, although officials have yet to issue a detailed statement outlining the specific charges. However, legal experts suggest the case may involve allegations related to public misinformation, false prophecy causing panic, and possible breaches of public order laws.
Wider Implications
The arrest has reignited national discussions about the regulation of religious activities, the misuse of social media for spreading unverified claims, and the limits of freedom of expression when public safety is at risk.
Civil society groups have called on authorities to strike a balance between protecting religious freedom and preventing individuals from using faith-based claims to mislead or exploit the public.
As investigations continue, the Ghana Police Service is expected to provide further clarification on the charges and possible prosecution. The case remains under active review as authorities assess the full extent of the social and psychological impact of the failed doomsday prediction.
