Comparative study on sero-prevalence and risk factors of HIV/AIDs between intra-city and long-distance commercial drivers in Kano State

Background: the transportation industry is primarily a male-dominated industry, of which drivers are at risk contracting HIV. They spend lot time away from their wives or partners due to nature occupation. Identifying factors HIV among both long distance and intra-city commercial could provide strategies for effective prevention control. Aim: this study assessed Sero-prevalence infection in Kano Central Senatorial District. Method: Cross-sectional comparative design was used. A multi-stage sampling technique used select 434 participants each category. Results: total 407 LDDs 418 Intra-city participated study. The mean standard deviation age respondents groups were 42.3± 11.2 42.0 ± 11.3 years respectively. sero-prevalence between found be 12.5% 6.7% two times being Sero-positive (OR=2.00 95% CI OR 1.20 – 3.33, p<0.05) than drivers. On adjusting confounding effects group using logistic regression analysis, marital status single [AOR=4.25; (95% CI: 1.97- 9.31)] separated [ AOR=6.07; 5.26-16.45)], monthly income [>100,000.00 AOR=6.11; 1.53-41.97)] history extra-marital sex [AOR=4.01; 6.07-10.43)]. While on educational [post-secondary AOR=0.33; 0.16-0.89)], [separated AOR=3.00; 5.26-16.33)], working experience 11-20 AOR=4.10; 1.19-18.25)], [AOR=4.97; 6.07-10.43)] use drugs alcohol [AOR=3.98; 2.04-12.43)]. Conclusion: establishment STI clinics strategic locations, as well making condoms available, accessible, affordable, acceptable by people our society, should all part strategy. Government key stakeholders must take appropriate measures educate occupational order change improve sexual behaviors.