The Kano State Hisbah command arrested 93 alleged sex workers of which 23 were tested HIV positive.
The Kano State Hisbah Commandant, Shiekh Muhammad ibn-Sina, however made this known to newsmen on Thursday.
In a statement, the command raided Badume Joint in Bichi Local government area of the state which is a popular hub for prostitution and other criminal activities in the state.
23 women and four men were tested HIV positive by a medical doctor, Mr Sina stated.
He also stated that the exercise was to sanitise the state in line with state law against prostitution and other criminal activities in the state.
He assured that the command will continue the fight against all forms of social vices across the state.
