A man accused of stealing 200 yams has been sent to jail. The court in Accra heard the case.

The man is 45 years old. He pleaded not guilty to the crime.

The stolen yams are said to be worth GH$5,000.

The court has decided to keep him in custody. This means he will wait in jail until his next court date.

The charge against him is stealing.

The case will continue in court.