It also urged the federal government to allow the importation of cement as a stopgap measure.
He said the federal government could increase cash transfers to 12 million vulnerable Nigerians.
He pledged to prioritise domestic and direct foreign investment in the sector.
: “We need to understand the magnitude of the economic, social and ecological challenges that confront us..."
The former governor will be buried on Friday, February 23, in Owo.
Chairman of the market Sani Wada dispelled rumours that members are hoarding dollars.
He advised the President not to be bothered by criticism of his policies.
The arrests took place in Sabo, a community dominated by northerners.
It's part of efforts to assist poor Muslim faithful during the fasting period.
Residents have fled the community to seek refuge in the local government headquarters and other neighbouring villages.