Ghanaians Flock to ‘Noah’s Ark’ Site After Prophet Predicts Christmas Day Flood
Large crowds gathered this week at a remote site in Ghana where a self-styled prophet has constructed wooden structures he describes as modern-day “Noah’s Arks,” following his prediction that a devastating global flood would begin on Christmas Day.
The preacher, widely known as Prophet Ebo Noah, has spent months sharing messages and videos warning that relentless rainfall would soon engulf the world and continue for several years, echoing the biblical account of Noah.
In his prophecy, only those who sought refuge in the arks he built would be spared from destruction.
In the days leading up to Christmas, footage circulating on social media showed men, women and families arriving at the site, some carrying luggage and personal items as they prepared to stay. Others gathered to pray, sing hymns and take part in religious activities, expressing hope that the ark would provide both physical protection and spiritual redemption.
Witnesses described an atmosphere marked by a mix of fear, devotion and curiosity.
While some followers arrived out of firm belief in the prophecy, others came to observe the spectacle or to support relatives who had chosen to take part.
Community leaders and religious figures across the country expressed concern over the growing attention around the prediction, warning that such dramatic prophecies could mislead vulnerable people.
Many emphasized that mainstream Christian teachings do not support the idea of another world-destroying flood, and urged the public to remain calm and to rely on faith without fear.
Meteorological experts also dismissed the claims, noting that there was no scientific evidence of any imminent catastrophic flood event, either locally or globally.
Amid the mounting attention, the prophet issued a surprising update shortly before Christmas Day, stating that the disaster had been divinely postponed or diverted. He advised his followers not to rush to the ark site and encouraged them instead to return home and celebrate the holidays with their families.
He also suggested that additional arks would be constructed in the future to accommodate more people.
The development has sparked widespread debate across Ghanaian society, raising questions about the power of social media in amplifying religious predictions and the psychological impact of doomsday messages on communities.
As Christmas Day passed without incident, many observers noted that the episode serves as a reminder of how deeply belief, uncertainty and technology can intersect — and how quickly prophecy can influence public behavior in the digital age.
