The Life and Contributions of Professor Emeritus Sani Zahradeen

Student: Abdurrazak Adamu (Other, 2025)
Department of Arabic/Hausa
Bayero University, Kano, Kano State


Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive study of Professor Emeritus Muhammad Sani Zahradeen, a distinguished Nigerian academic and religious leader. It traces his journey from early Qur'anic education to international scholarship, highlighting his significant contributions to Bayero University Kano's development, his public service roles, and his spiritual leadership as Grand Imam of Kano.

Keywords
Professor Sani Zahradeen Nigerian scholar Islamic studies Bayero University Kano Grand Imam of Kano academic leadership Islamic education Nigerian academia public service Emeritus Professor