Contributions of SHAYKH MUHAMMAD MUNTAQA COOMASSIE to the development of Islamic scholarship in ZAZZAU Emirate and beyond (1326/1909C.E-1410/1989C.E.)

Shaykh Muhammad Muntaqa Coomassie was one of the prominent scholars of Zazzau in the 20th century 1909-1989C.E. The aim of this paper is to bring to light the contributions made by this scholar for the propagation of Islam in Nigeria and beyond. It has four sections, i.e., introduction and his brief biography, some of his prominent teachers and disciples, some of his writings and conclusion. The methods used in conducting the research included interview with scholarly personalities, relatives of the scholar and the study of library materials such as papers, books, dissertations and thesis. The paper has shown that Shaykh Muntaqa Coomassie devoted his life to the teaching and learning of Islamic knowledge. His school was one of the prominent in Zazzau emirate during his life time. The works he authored were enormous and considered as important legacy not only to his children, but also to the learners of Zazzau. The paper suggested that Shaykh Muntaqa was worthy of emulation by both scholars and students in Zazzau and beyond