Thousands Flock to Ghana Amid Claims of Imminent Global Flood

In recent days, social media users have shared videos depicting the arrival of thousands of individuals in Ghana, responding to claims made by a self-proclaimed prophet, Ebo Noé. He has asserted that a global flood will occur on December 25, sparking widespread debate and concern.

Who is Ebo Noé?

Ebo Noé has emerged as a controversial figure on social media platforms, claiming to be a prophet sent by God to replicate the mission of Noah. He states that he is constructing wooden boats to save humans and animals from an impending flood that he predicts will engulf the earth.

Details about Ebo Noé's true identity and location remain unclear, yet he has garnered a substantial following. His claims are supported by videos showing him inspecting wooden structures and reading from a book, which have gained traction as the predicted date approaches.

Acknowledging the construction of boats to save humanity,

Prophet Ebo Noé claims he received divine instructions last August to build up to ten wooden boats similar to Noah's Ark, asserting that these vessels will be capable of rescuing both humans and animals from the anticipated flood.

However, narratives about the capacity of these boats vary significantly. Some sources suggest they could accommodate several thousand people, while others make exaggerated claims of up to 600 million, raising skepticism among followers.

Concerns regarding the boats' reality

Images and videos circulating online depict the boats as primitive wooden structures that may only hold a few dozen individuals, further fueling doubts about the validity of the global flood claims.

Additionally, Ebo Noé has claimed that certain animals, such as sheep and birds, have begun gathering near the boat construction site “by divine order,” a statement not corroborated by any official or scientific entity.

Human movement and religious skepticism

Despite the skepticism, thousands have traveled to Ghana, believing in the prophecy and hoping to board the boats before the specified date. Others have questioned the legitimacy of these claims, referencing religious and scientific texts that dismiss the possibility of a modern-day global flood.

Actions taken by Ghanaian authorities

In a notable development, Ghanaian authorities temporarily detained Ebo Noé for inciting public panic and spreading false information, although he was later released. Videos circulating online reportedly show him boarding one of the boats alongside several followers shortly after his release.

Warnings about the spread of rumors

This incident underscores the dangers of rumor propagation via social media and its effects on communities, particularly when intertwined with religious and human fears in an environment lacking source verification.