A 35-year-old man is in police custody following a court order. He is accused of defiling a 13-year-old girl.
The Accra Circuit Court ordered the remand. This happened after the accused appeared before the court.
The man denied the charge of defilement. He pleaded not guilty.
The alleged incident involved a 13-year-old schoolgirl. Further details of the incident were not immediately available.
The court will hear more about the case at a later date. The Ghana Police Service is handling the investigation.
This case highlights concerns about child protection. Authorities continue efforts to ensure the safety of minors.