A High Court in Kumasi has ordered that a 45-year-old man be held in custody. The man is accused of murdering his wife.
The alleged killing is said to have been carried out for ritual purposes. Details about the specific rituals were not provided in court filings.
Police have stated that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death is ongoing. They are gathering evidence and speaking to witnesses.
The court appearance marks the first formal legal step in the case. The man has not yet entered a plea.
The case has been adjourned as the police continue to build their investigation.