Immigration Service Moves to Deport Liberian Man Drawn to ‘Ebo Noah Ark’ Claims

Officials of the Ghana Immigration Service have begun processes to repatriate a Liberian national who travelled to Ghana after becoming convinced that safety from a prophesied global flood could only be found by joining an alleged “ark” linked to controversial preacher, Prophet Ebo Noah.

The individual, identified as Mr. Telly Jalloh, was picked up and taken to the Elmina District Police Headquarters after his arrival in the Central Region town of Elmina. 

According to police sources, Jalloh undertook the journey from Liberia based on online messages and videos circulating on social media platforms, which he believed were associated with Prophet Ebo Noah.

Preliminary police investigations indicate that the prophecy claimed a worldwide flood would occur on December 25, 2025, and that only those who gathered at specific locations—namely Elmina or Takoradi—would be spared. 

The messages allegedly likened the supposed refuge to the biblical story of Noah’s Ark, urging followers and believers to make urgent travel arrangements.

During interrogation, Mr. Jalloh told officers that he first encountered the prophecy several months earlier. 

He explained that posts discussing the alleged revelation had gained widespread attention online, making him believe the warning was credible. 

He further claimed that discussions about the prophecy were amplified by international exposure, which reinforced his conviction that the message was genuine and urgent.

Acting on these beliefs, Jalloh reportedly set out from Liberia and entered Ghana, initially travelling to Takoradi. 

From there, he moved on to Accra, then Cape Coast, before finally arriving at Elmina Beach, where he expected to find the so-called ark. Upon arrival, however, he discovered that no such structure or organized gathering existed.

Police sources say the realization left Jalloh distressed and confused, prompting concerned residents to alert the authorities. 

He was subsequently taken into custody for his own safety and to allow officials to establish the circumstances surrounding his presence in the area.

Further checks revealed that Jalloh had no criminal intent and was not wanted by any law enforcement agency. 

Instead, officials described him as a victim of misinformation and misleading religious content circulating online. He has since cooperated fully with authorities.

This desk has learned that the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem (KEEA) Immigration Department was formally notified of the case about a week ago. 

Immigration officers have since completed profiling processes and initiated arrangements to return Jalloh to Liberia, where he is expected to reunite with his family.

Officials say the decision to deport him is in line with immigration regulations governing foreign nationals who enter the country under false pretenses or without a clear purpose of stay. They stressed that the move is administrative rather than punitive.

Meanwhile, security agencies have renewed calls for the public to exercise caution when consuming and acting on information found on social media, particularly content linked to prophecies, disasters, or urgent calls for movement. 

Authorities warned that such misinformation can lead to unnecessary panic, financial loss, and personal danger.

The incident has also reignited debate about the influence of unverified religious claims online and the responsibility of content creators in shaping public perception. 

Law enforcement agencies say investigations into the broader activities surrounding the alleged prophecy are ongoing.

Ghana Immigration Service officials assured the public that the situation is under control and emphasized their commitment to maintaining border security while also protecting vulnerable individuals misled by false information.