Approximately how much was lost each year as a result of corruption? [br] [orig

President Obasanjo said about 148 billion dollars were lost each year as a result of corruption. He described the loss as "monumental" and "preventable" , with extractive industries, such as oil and gas, among the worst hit.

Health officials say as many as eighty percent of deaths from chronic diseases could be prevented. They say an important tool for governments is to restrict the marketing of alcohol and tobacco to young people. Also, more programmes are needed to urge healthy eating and more physical activity.