The Nigerian troops are currently repelling attacks by terrorists around Maiduguri and Mongunu, both in Borno State.
While Maiduguri is the capital of Borno State, Mongunu is a major trading town.
PRNigeria said it gathered that several attempts by terrorists to attack and takeover the towns in the past had been successfully repelled through intelligence gathering and pre-emptive strikes by the troops.
The attacks, which were ongoing as at press time, started late on Saturday, it was learnt.