A man who pretended to be a pastor has been sent to prison for ten years. The court found him guilty of several crimes.

The 35-year-old man deceived people and took their money through fraudulent means. He used his false identity as a pastor to gain trust.

This case was heard at the Accra Circuit Court. The court decided he deserved a long jail sentence.

He was charged with fraudulent breach of trust and deceit. These are serious offenses involving dishonesty.

The court imposed a sentence of 10 years imprisonment with hard labour. This means he will have to work while in jail.