The Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (BOSAN) has announced the passing of its member, Mr. Tanko Ashang, SAN.
Below is the press statement signed by BOSAN’s Secretary, Mr. Olumide Sofowora, SAN.
NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF MR. TANKO ASHANG, SAN
It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt regret that we announce the passing of Mr. Tanko Ashang, SAN, who departed from this world on the 8th of October, 2024, in Abuja.
Mr. Tanko Ashang, SAN was called to the Bar in 1993 and was conferred with the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria on September 29, 2022.
A native of Busi in the Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State, Mr. Ashang, SAN was also the son of the late Paramount Ruler of Obanliku, Uchua Moses Ashang.
He served as the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice for Cross River State from 2019 to 2023.
Prior to his tenure as Attorney General of Cross River State, Mr. Tanko Ashang, SAN was engaged in legal practice with the Federal Ministry of Justice, where he ascended to the role of Director.
Throughout his illustrious career in the Federal Ministry of Justice, Mr. Tanko Ashang, SAN held various esteemed positions, including but not limited to:
- Legal Adviser, National Lottery Regulatory Commission, 2019.
- Head, Central Authority Unit, 2016-2019.
- Deputy Director, Civil Litigation, 2015-2016.
- Legal Adviser, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, 2013-2014.
- Legal Adviser, National Emergency Management Agency, 2007-2013.
- Assistant Legal Adviser, Federal Inland Revenue Services, 2005-2007.
- Legal Assistant to the Attorney General of the Federation, 1998-1999.
- Public Prosecutor, 1996-1998.
- Principal Counsel, Templice Chambers, 1995-1996.
- Special Assistant to the Deputy Chairman, 1995.
Mr. Tanko Tanko Ashang, SAN, is survived by his wife and children.
In this time of profound grief, we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. We offer fervent prayers for the solace and eternal peace of Tanko Tanko Ashang, SAN, along with our departed colleagues. Amen.
Further details regarding the funeral arrangements will be communicated promptly upon receipt of information from his family.
Signed:
Mr. Olumide Sofowora, SAN
Secretary
