The Battle of Poitiers, which took place on September 19, 1356, was one of the most important acts of arms of the 100 Years' War, which pitted the kingdoms of France and England against each other.
The Northern People’s Congress (NPC) was the first major political party in Northern Nigeria. It began as Jamiyar Mutanen Arewa (JMA) in 1948. The party was formally launched in October 1951.