A businessman has appeared in court in Accra. He faces a charge of defrauding an investor.

The investor allegedly lost 50,000 US dollars. This is according to a court filing.

The accused businessman is said to have promised a profitable investment. However, this opportunity was not real.

The Accra Circuit Court heard the details of the allegation.

The court is to hear more about the case.

Further legal proceedings will take place.