Sarkodie was unaware that self-styled doomsday prophet Ebo Noah would mount the stage at the 2025 edition of Rapperholic, according to the rapper’s official DJ, DJ Mensah. The revelation has shed new light on one of the most talked-about moments from the December in GH festivities.
Ebo Noah’s appearance at Sarkodie’s flagship concert on December 25, 2025, stunned fans and critics alike.
The controversial figure had gained widespread attention earlier in the year after prophesying a catastrophic flood that he claimed would begin on the same day as Rapperholic. He even announced plans to build arks to prepare for the alleged disaster, a move many described as sensational and misleading.
Following his unexpected appearance on stage, questions quickly arose over why Sarkodie would allow such a controversial personality to use a globally recognised platform to further what critics called a publicity stunt. However, DJ Mensah has now clarified that the award-winning rapper had no prior knowledge of Ebo Noah’s involvement.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z with host Kwame Dadzie, DJ Mensah explained that Sarkodie was not informed ahead of time.
“Sarkodie was not even aware he was coming,” he stated.
“Sometimes we have to surprise Sarkodie, it’s the event organisers,” he added, suggesting that decisions surrounding the appearance were made independently of the rapper.
The clarification has helped ease some of the criticism directed at Sarkodie, with many now shifting focus to event organisers and security protocols surrounding major concerts. Rapperholic, which attracts thousands of fans each year, is regarded as one of Ghana’s most prestigious music events, making the incident particularly sensitive.
Meanwhile, developments surrounding Ebo Noah have continued to fuel public debate. The controversial figure has since been arrested by the police, a move that prompted Sarkodie to speak out publicly. On January 2, 2026, the rapper shared a video on Instagram showing Ebo Noah in handcuffs being escorted into a police vehicle.
In his caption, Sarkodie questioned the basis of the arrest, stating:
“Don’t know exactly what my boy’s crime is, but from day one I knew he was making content, unless he’s been charged with something else.”
Ebo Noah rose to prominence in late 2025 after predicting a three-year global flood, which he claimed would destroy the world beginning on December 25. He shared several videos online showing himself constructing wooden arks in different parts of the country, actions that drew both ridicule and concern from the public.
As discussions continue, the incident has sparked broader conversations about content creation, misinformation, and responsibility on large entertainment platforms. While DJ Mensah’s clarification distances Sarkodie from the controversy, the episode remains one of the most memorable and debated moments from Rapperholic 2025.
