Sheikh Mustapha Ibrahim holds several degrees and certificates in classical Arabic and Islamic sciences. He has written several laws and papers in those sciences. Apart from his numerous engagements with teaching and research, he was lecturing in several secondary schools and universities in Ghana and Sierra Leone.

In addition, he translated or collaborated in translating several Islamic books, including the Holy Qur’an, from Arabic to English and a number of languages such as French, Hausa, Twi, Dagbani among others. Moreover, Sheikh Mustapha Ibrahim headed or participated in the activities of various National and International Islamic Organizations over the years, and has been honored with some National and International Awards. Sheikh Mustapha also founded  the Islamic Council for Development and Humanitarian Services and guided  its operations  mainly social responsibility actions in several African Countries.