Bello is a Research Assistant at CSEA. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Development Studies from the Federal University of Kashere, with a First-class Honours degree. His research interests encompass a wide range of topics, including energy economics, macroeconomics, international and development economics. He has also engaged in various research projects, with a focus on economic growth, inflation, and foreign direct investment in Nigeria. Prior to joining CSEA, he also had a history of accomplishments, research, and volunteer experience dating back three years. He is also a full active member of the Nigerian Economics Society and the World Economics Association. Bello is also a recipient of the NNPC-Chevron Merit Undergraduate Scholarship as well as the Federal Government National Merit Award Scholarship.