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About Oda Bultum University

A comprehensive public university in eastern Oromia

Oda Bultum University is a young, energetic public higher education institution located 326 kilometres east of Addis Ababa, in Chiro, eastern Oromia, Ethiopia. Differentiated as a comprehensive university, OBU focuses on producing ethical, competent graduates, problem-solving research, and demand-driven community service — guided by the motto “Productive Mind for Development.”

Mission

Produce ethical, competent graduates; conduct problem-solving research; and render demand-based community engagement for sustainable social, economic and political goals.

Vision

To be among the forefront universities in East Africa in natural resource management, agro-industry science and social value development by 2030.

LocationChiro, Ethiopia
InstitutionPublic comprehensive university
Region326 km east of Addis Ababa

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I am pleased to invite you to explore Oda Bultum University's website for diverse academic programs, groundbreaking research initiatives, and glimpse of campus life. The university is responsible for ensuring academic excellence, research quality, community engagement, and enhancing student life, which has deepened my respect for its culture and tradition. The university is differentiated into a comprehensive university aimed at producing ethical and qualified graduates, engaging in problem-solving research, and…

Prof. Muktar Mohammed, PhD President, Oda Bultum University
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Breed-Tech Project

Building capacity in plant breeding and biotechnology education and research through partnership in Africa, the Middle East and Europe for agricultural transformation.

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