The Criminal Court 4 in Accra has told Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Wontumi, that he must now defend himself in court. This is part of a trial where he is accused of allowing two people to mine on his land.
He is alleged to have done this without getting the required approval from the relevant government ministry.
The judge made this decision after reviewing the evidence presented by the prosecution.
The judge stated that the prosecution has shown enough proof for Mr. Antwi Boasiako to present his side of the story.
This ruling means the court believes there is a case to answer.
Mr. Antwi Boasiako will now call witnesses or present evidence to prove his innocence or offer other explanations.