In the Battle of Noukouma , in 1818 , Bambara forces met .
In the Battle of Noukouma , in 1818 , Bambara forces were defeated by Fula Muslim fighters rallied by the jihad of Cheikou Amadu ( or Seku Amadu ) of Massina .
In the Battle of Noukouma , in 1818 , Bambara forces met and were defeated by Fula Muslim fighters rallied by the jihad of Cheikou Amadu ( or Seku Amadu ) of Massina .