Russian Federation 70 Years of the Northern Fleet

[TacHel]

This medal commemorating the 70th anniversary of the foundation of the Northern Fleet was instituted and bestowed on order of the commanding admiral of the Russian Federation's Northern Fleet. The fleet commander had medals minted and is presenting them himself...

Here's my question to our forum colleagues from Russia:

Since this medal is NOT from the Defense Ministry, can it still be "legally" worn on the naval uniform?

How can a fleet commander be allowed to do this outside of the normal governmental chain of command?

This young naval lieutenant is proudly wearing his... Albeit after is official service medals but still...

[TacHel]

This is the award document bearing the emblem of the Russian Federation Navy. Looks as official as it gets! But is it??