A Circuit Court in Accra has remanded a 45-year-old man. He is accused of defrauding a businesswoman of GH¢500,000.

The alleged fraud happened when the man promised the businesswoman a lucrative investment opportunity.

The accused was brought before the court on charges related to the alleged fraudulent activity.

He pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against him by the prosecution.

The court ordered that the man be kept in police custody. This will allow for further investigation into the matter.

The case has been adjourned to a later date for further proceedings.

This matter is being handled by the Judicial Service.