ABSTRACT
The research is "A study of the contributions of selected Muslim scholars to the development of Tafsir in Nothern Nigeria from 1970-2010". Among the research objectives is to evaluate the methodology and impact of some selected Mufassirun in Muslim areas.Also, to identify styles and methodology of reform and impact of the scholars teachings through Tafsir, its also to identify solution(s) to the stated problems of Tafsir through the study of the activities of the personalities understudy. The selected scholars for the study are; Shiekh Sidi Attahir Ibrahim, Sheikh Ja?afar Mahmud Adam, and Sheikh Muhammad Awwal Abba Aj. The research discussed their methodology in Tafs?r, their sources, the establishment of their Tafs?r circles, how people view their Tafs?r, the area of emphasis of each, their role in reforming Ummah, their contributions towards peace between muslins and non-Muslims. The challenges encountered in the process of disseminating of Tafsir.The lessons to be learnt in their contributions, among others.In the process of carrying out this research, the instruments used for collecting data include; Radio cassettes, audio and video CD?s plates, interviews with the families of the scholars as well as their students. The research found out their contribution in all sectors, such as religion, social, economy, education, peace and unity, among others, through their Tafs?r. Summary, recommendations and conclusion were also being provided at the end of the research.