Nairobi — The Al Shabaab miliitia has demanded a Sh7 million ransom for five chiefs kidnapped from Northern Kenya.
This is after a group of elders picked to pursue their freedom established where they are being held.
Villagers in the area are raising money for their release amid a push for the government to take over the issue.
On Wednesday, there were separate meetings held in Mandera and Nairobi to raise the funds.
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