A Nigerian man named Emeka Emmanuel is being held by the police. A court in Accra made the decision to keep him in jail.
The accusation against him is that he defiled a 10-year-old girl. This alleged event happened in Gbaawe, a place near Accra.
The case was brought before a Magistrate Court in Accra. The court listened to the details of the accusation.
Emeka Emmanuel entered a plea in court. He told the judge that he is not guilty of the charge brought against him.
Despite his plea, the court decided he should stay in custody. This means he will not be allowed to go free while the case continues.
The legal process will now move forward. More information is expected as the court examines the evidence.