Nigerian singer, Davido has been recognized by CNN for donating proceeds from his new music video to help fund COVID-19 research.
The singer released the visuals for his song with American singer, Summer Walker “D&G” on Friday.
It was then reported by the popular fashion house Dolce and Gabanna that proceeds from the track would be donated to provide funds for research to combat COVID-19.
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This philanthropic act gained him international recognition on CNN.
He explained why he was giving this huge donation during an interview with entertainment reporter, Chloe Melas.
Chloe Melas tweeted: “I spoke with internationally known singer @davido from his home in Nigeria about why he’s donating the proceeds of his new music video #Dolce&Gabbana to coronavirus research & also what it was like when his fiancé tested positive for the virus @cnni”