While acknowledging that the ruling may be consistent with constitutional provisions, Mr Ibrahim argued that its practical impact could deepen social inequalities by giving larger communities greater influence in parliamentary primaries. “If the Supreme Court is bringing this kind of rule, it is constitutionally right but socially discriminatory because minority tribes will not be represented,” he said. Meanwhile, the Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Professor Alidu Mahama Seidu, has raised concerns that the ruling could unintentionally increase the role of money in political party primaries. The Supreme Court on Wednesday, July 29, ruled that the delegates system used by political parties to elect parliamentary and presidential candidates is unconstitutional. The Court directed political parties to adopt a more inclusive voting system within one year.