Noah Afees O. pursued a B.Sc. and M.Sc. (Economics) from the University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, and his PhD at the Department of Economics, North-West University, South Africa. He is currently a researcher at the School of Economic Sciences, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, North-West University, South Africa. His research work focuses on development economics, digital economy, international economics, and food security. He has published widely in local and international reputable journals and conference proceedings.

David Oladipo O. pursued a B.Sc. and M.Sc. (Economics) from the University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, and his PhD at the Department of Economics, University of South Africa, South Africa. He is currently a lecturer at the School of Economic Sciences, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, North-West University, South Africa. His research work focuses on ICT, telecommunication, food security, growth, and development in African regions. He has published widely in local and international reputable journals and conference proceedings.