20/08/2026
The Gregorian Association expresses profound sorrow that we mourn the passing of our esteemed fellow alumnus, Gregorian Tawfique Nawaz (Class of ’66), who passed away on 18 August 2026 at 11:45 PM.
Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Rajeun.
A distinguished Oxbridge-educated Senior Advocate of the Bangladesh Supreme Court, Tawfique Nawaz was the Head of the internationally reputed law firm Juries Council. Throughout his illustrious career, he made significant contributions to the legal profession and international law, serving in various esteemed capacities, including as a Member of the Supreme Court Bar Association, Life Member of the Bangladesh Institute of Law and International Affairs, Member of the International Law Association and Oxbridge Society of Bangladesh, Chair of the Great Heritage Trust, and Member of a Private Family Trust.
His passing is an immense loss to his family, the legal fraternity, and the entire Gregorian community. We shall remember him with deep respect and gratitude for his distinguished life, remarkable achievements, and enduring contributions.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family and loved ones. May Almighty Allah grant him eternal peace, forgive his shortcomings, and grant his family the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.