Musharraf's 'charisma' shines on social media

[Windjammer]

Former president Pervez Musharraf might not have many fans on the traditional media front, but he has outgunned all local political figures including Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan when it comes to Facebook.
Keeping the page more personal and less official, Musharraf currently has over 800,000 likes and over 200,000 ‘talking about this’ (a metric that gauges user engagement levels) on his official Facebook page.
The number of likes exceed those on Imran Khan’s official page which has 688,416 likes and over 70,000 ‘talking about this’.
Musharraf’s page gained momentum when the former president announced a “grand” return to Pakistan, ending his self-imposed exile. Photographs — apparently taken from cell phone cameras — have kept Musharraf’s followers updated and entertained with his activities.
The engaging Facebook updates began on March 24 when Musharraf shared a Photoshopped image of his arrival at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi.

I will arrive in Karachi today, March 24th 2013, at 1pm and address a public rally at the airport at 5pm in the evening. PM

Musharraf then shared a picture of himself leaving his home in Dubai for the airport.

Leaving my house in Dubai to begin my journey home

For those who still did not believe Musharraf was returning, the former president shared a picture of himself sitting in the plane destined for Karachi.

Settled in my seat on the plane to begin my journey home. Pakistan First!

This was only the beginning. Musharraf went on a picture-sharing spree covering every event and activity he undertook — including some very offbeat choices. In the photo share below, Musharraf made light of Taliban threats against him.

Taliban threat? NOT ON MY WATCH!!!

On the morning of March 28 (today), the former army chief did not forget his obligation to share a “Good Morning” picture with his followers.

Starting my day with a workout. Feel very energized.

While Musharraf’s political future remains questionable, the leader’s online ‘charisma’ will ensure high levels of engagement for some time to come.

Musharraf’s ‘charisma’ shines on social media – The Express Tribune

 

[Jango]

Who is that guy with the M4? He was also present in Musharrafs security cordon when he was making the speech at the airport.

A private guard (retired SSG?) Or some serving guy deputed to him.

 

[Slav Defence]

hmmm very good post @Windjammer and let me update that someone has thrown shoe at him today during high court procedure--a/c to dawn news source
Musharraf imposed self exile not because he was scared--but because he wanted us to taste bad flavor of democratic government--I remember that when Benazir was assassinated,my mom was in the hospital,and when we heard that my sister predicted that Pakistan's worse nightmare as begun--benazir is shot now--Zardari will take her place---and ah,all her predictions come true

 

[Jango]

Looks like the same guy, so he is probably someone from Mush's security protocol from his presidency days, ISI/SSG or the civilian security setup perhaps.

 

[Windjammer]

hmmm very good post @Windjammer and let me update that someone has thrown shoe at him today during high court procedure--a/c to dawn news source
Musharraf imposed self exile not because he was scared--but because he wanted us to taste bad flavor of democratic government--I remember that when Benazir was assassinated,my mom was in the hospital,and when we heard that my sister predicted that Pakistan's worse nightmare as begun--benazir is shot now--Zardari will take her place---and ah,all her predictions come true

@Slav Defence.....All done at the behest of some corrupt minded politician who are feeling rather nervous by PM's popularity.
On the contrary we have seen common suffering folks asking for his return. This says more than any other leader or politician.

 

[zakriaarshad]

@Slav Defence.....All done at the behest of some corrupt minded politician who are feeling rather nervous by PM's popularity.
On the contrary we have seen common suffering folks asking for his return. This says more than any other leader or politician.

Of course ... common folks were praying for his return and some glimpses were shown with "shoe reception"..... What a great state of self delusion by a senior member when he also shares a "photo shoped" congregation at Jinnah Terminal....The peaks of his popularity will come to grounds in a few days although he has support of army... as heard....

 

[tarrar]

Gen. Musharraf is the right choice for Pakistan & I fully support him.

It is true that his political victory is questionable because Pakistan is filled with corrupt & incompetent sold out politicians, this is why Gen. Musharraf came back to politicians & soon he came back to Pakistan to save Pakistan from these rant sold out politicians & I pray he is successful.

 

[BATMAN]

hmmm very good post @Windjammer and let me update that someone has thrown shoe at him today during high court procedure--a/c to dawn news source
Musharraf imposed self exile not because he was scared--but because he wanted us to taste bad flavor of democratic government--I remember that when Benazir was assassinated,my mom was in the hospital,and when we heard that my sister predicted that Pakistan's worse nightmare as begun--benazir is shot now--Zardari will take her place---and ah,all her predictions come true

My dear it was not only your prediction.. it was prediction of every one, that Zardari will replace BB in the corrupt PPP.
Same masses who elected Zardari have now change faces and now vowing for PTI.
I bet all PTI members are enrolled in last 2-3 years, there is no one from past. They are all voters of PPP and responsible for electing Zardari.

 

[Slav Defence]

My dear it was not only your prediction.. it was prediction of every one, that Zardari will replace BB in the corrupt PPP.
Same masses who elected Zardari have now change faces and now vowing for PTI.
I bet all PTI members are enrolled in last 2-3 years, there is no one from past. They are all voters of PPP and responsible for electing Zardari.

I don't think so,that PTI will win--I myself will vote PTI---

 

[xyxmt]

hmmm very good post @Windjammer and let me update that someone has thrown shoe at him today during high court procedure--a/c to dawn news source
Musharraf imposed self exile not because he was scared--but because he wanted us to taste bad flavor of democratic government--I remember that when Benazir was assassinated,my mom was in the hospital,and when we heard that my sister predicted that Pakistan's worse nightmare as begun--benazir is shot now--Zardari will take her place---and ah,all her predictions come true

he wanted us to taste the flavor of bad democracy that he brokered for some personal benefits, musharaf tu hamara leader.

He starts his day with workout yet he is twice the size when we saw him leaving Pakistan, something just dont work on some people

 

[Slav Defence]

Gen. Musharraf is the right choice for Pakistan & I fully support him.

It is true that his political victory is questionable because Pakistan is filled with corrupt & incompetent sold out politicians, this is why Gen. Musharraf came back to politicians & soon he came back to Pakistan to save Pakistan from these rant sold out politicians & I pray he is successful.

then vote in him in pdf--there is a thread regarding with this question!

 

[BATMAN]

Who is that guy with the M4? He was also present in Musharrafs security cordon when he was making the speech at the airport.

A private guard (retired SSG?) Or some serving guy deputed to him.

His identity matters not... RAW is very curious about him, they are planning major attack on Musharraf.

Caretaker govt. is totally appointed for this objective.

In this case RAW shall run for their buck, not get their information so easily.

 

[Jango]

His identity matters not... RAW is very curious about him, they are planning major attack on Musharraf.

Caretaker govt. is totally appointed for this objective.

In this case RAW shall run for their buck, not get their information so easily.

Talk about being paranoid!!!

 

[BATMAN]

Talk about being paranoid!!!

You have to see your self, when you post on every Musharraf thread!

Another gift for you..

 

[Jango]

You have to see your self, when you post on every Musharraf thread!

Another gift for you..

I didn't disagree with the notion that he is being targeted, but let's cool down on the RAW wants to kill him thing!