The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of Evans Eshun, popularly known as Ebo Noah, following his recent public prophecies that attracted widespread attention.
The arrest was announced in a statement on the police’s official website on Wednesday.
Police said Eshun was taken into custody by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team as part of efforts to monitor and manage cyber-related activities ahead of 31st night religious events.
The arrest comes after online reports connected it to security warnings issued against individuals making public prophecies or statements that could cause fear, panic or disrupt public order.
The statement said, “The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of a man identified as Evans Eshun, also known as Ebo Noah, by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team.
“The arrest was carried out as part of ongoing police efforts to monitor and address cyber related activities, particularly in the period leading up to 31st night religious services.
“Police confirmation follows reports circulating online suggesting the arrest was linked to warnings issued by security agencies regarding the conduct of individuals making public declarations and prophecies that could cause fear or public disorder. At this stage, police have not publicly detailed the specific allegations against the suspect or the nature of the conduct under investigation.
“The Ghana Police Service has, in recent years, cautioned individuals and groups against making predictions or public statements, especially during end of year religious events, that could incite panic or threaten public peace. Security agencies have stated that such matters may be examined under existing laws governing public order, communication and cyber related offences.
“Police sources say Evans Eshun is currently in custody to assist with investigations. Authorities have not announced any formal charges, court dates, or bail conditions. They have also not indicated whether additional persons are being sought in connection with the case.
“The Police Service has urged the public to remain calm and to avoid speculation, stressing that investigations are ongoing and that any legal action will follow due process. As with all such cases, the suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Further official updates are expected as police conclude their investigations and determine the appropriate next steps.”
Ebo Noah became widely known after building a large wooden ark and warning of a flood set to begin on December 25.
He first gained viral attention in August when he said he received a divine warning of three years of catastrophic rainfall that would destroy the world.
The ark, named the Ebo Noah Ark, was built under his claimed divine instructions, and he urged people to repent ahead of the predicted disaster.
Videos showing the ark’s expansion drew intense media coverage and visitors from across Ghana and beyond.
Tribune Online reports that Ebo recently released a video saying the disaster did not happen after he received a new revelation following prayers, fasting and consultations with other religious leaders.
He said the updated vision revealed that the number of people seeking refuge in the ark exceeded its capacity and that God granted him more time to build additional arks for everyone.