Matan ibn Uthman Al Somali
Garad Matan bin Uthman Bin Khalid (Somali: Mataan Ibnu Cismaan ibnu Khaalid, Arabic: متن بن عثمان بن خالد الصومالي) born c. early 1490 – 28 October 1531, also known as Garad Matan Bin Uthman bin Khalid Al Somali, was a Somali military commander and Adalite general that served the Adal Sultanate. He led in key and decisive battles, famously leading the Somali divisions. He was also the brother-in-law of Imam Ahmed and his right-hand man. Garad Matan played a very prominent role in the campaigns against the Abyssinians, killing the son of the Lebna Dengel named Victor. Garad Matan hailed from the Geri Koombe clan and was also the chieftain. Matan is regarded as the most bravest, courageous military generals in East Africa, well documented in the Futuh Al Habash.
Garad Matan bin Uthman متن بن عثمان بن خالد الصومالي | |
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Garad Matan carrying the red banner tied to his spear with The Imam | |
| Native name | Matan Uthman |
| Birth name | Matan Bin Uthman ibn Khalid |
| Born | c.1490 ( Exact Date Unknown) Zeila, Adal Sultanate |
| Died | October 28, 1531 Ambassel, Abyssinian Empire |
| Allegiance | Adal Sultanate |
| Rank | Division Commander |
| Commands held | Somali Adalite Division |
| Known for | Conquest of Abyssinia |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Amba Sel Battle of Buro |
| Spouse(s) | Fardowsa Bint Ibrahim |
| Relations | Brother in-law of Imam Ahmed |