Abia State University (ABSU) is a public research university located in Uturu, Abia State, Nigeria. 

History:

Established in 1981 as Imo State University, it was renamed Abia State University in 1991 after Abia State was created from Imo State.

Academics:

- 11 faculties: Agriculture, Arts, Biological and Physical Sciences, Education, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Law, Management and Social Sciences, Medicine, Optometry, and Postgraduate Studies

- Over 100 undergraduate and postgraduate programs

- Strong research focus in areas like agriculture, medicine, and environmental sciences

Location:

Uturu, Abia State, Nigeria (about 30 minutes from Umuahia, the state capital)