Kadyrov_95 has over 1.7 million followers and almost 7,000 posts. Like many other users of Instagram, his photos show himself, his family and friends, and his activities. Unlike many other users of Instagram, Kadyrov is the leader of a North Caucasus Republic with a tumultuous and war-torn past, and his friends include celebrities, athletes, politicians -- most notably the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin.
Kadyrov has been involved in Chechen politics for most of his life. His father, Ahkmad Kadyrov, (a former rebel against Russia who switched sides to get power), was the President of Chechnya until he was assassinated in 2004. Ramzan Kadyrov succumbed to the presidency in 2007. Under Kadyrov's presidency, Chechnya has been rebuilt from the ruins caused by the First and Second Chechen Wars. Kadyrov has kept order in his Republic, and is loyal to no one except President Putin.
Kadyrov's Instagram shows the facade he wants to show the world. While he posts vehemently about his faith and religion (Islam) on the social media platform, he is known for his human rights abuses, corruption, and protection of Chechen criminals. It is definitely interesting to see a social media-savvy politician.
Recently, Kadyrov has declared that he wants to step down. This has been to the dismay of many, resulting in widespread use of hashtags on social media featuring: #RamzanIsOurLeader! #КадыровНашЛидер! and #RamzanDontLeave #РамзанНеуходи, leading to speculation that this campaign has been instigated or endorsed by the government.
Who knows what will happen to Chechnya (or Instagram) if Ramzan leaves???
You can follow this Warlord and World Leader on Instagram here:
https://www.instagram.com/kadyrov_95/
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