Ernst & Young, a professionally run auditing and accounting firm for both quoted and unquoted companies is poised to strengthen its African integration, as its Area Managing Partner for Europe, Middle East, India & Africa, Mark Otty visits Nigeria.

Otty will be visiting the Head office of the Ernst & Young West African Practice – Nigeria between the 1st and 2nd of March 2011. The West Region Managing Partner – Henry Egbiki will be playing host on his visit. Mark will also be attending the Africa Sub Area (ASA) Executive meeting which is scheduled to hold in Lagos during his stay. Mark Otty’s visit to West Africa is largely on the back_drop of strengthening Ernst & Young presence across West Africa and particularly in Nigeria – as a major component of the EY African Integration scheme . Ajen Sita – CEO, Ernst & Young Africa remarks: “This is an exciting time for Africa. The world is taking a stronger interest in the potential we have to offer. Our vision is to actively participate in accelerating the opportunities to build and grow our with our people & Clients. We are already operating as one integrated business across the continent. We are a truly African business.’’

During his 2 days visit, Mark Otty will pay courtesy calls to Ernst & Young Clients in Nigeria, and also dine with them at the Civic Centre, Ozumba Mbadiwe – Victoria Island, Lagos. His visit assures a shared innovation of insight on how Nigeria as a country can take advantage of the opportunities of globalization, the potentials of its business growth and how Ernst & Young can assist in increasing the power of businesses and entrepreneurs in this clear dispensation of emerging markets.