Ifako-Ijaiye, Nigeria , October 22, 2025 , prlog –Lagos, Nigeria and Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Graceland College of Nursing, a leading health care education institution based in Lagos, Nigeria, has officially joined FasterCapital’s LaunchUp program to accelerate its mission of producing internationally competitive, practice-ready nurses. This strategic partnership, launched in June 2025, targets the West African healthcare market and aims to bridge Nigeria’s critical nursing skills gap through technology-driven education and global curriculum standards.
Addressing a serious health care challenge:
Nigeria faces a severe shortage of well-trained nurses to meet international standards, leading to poor health care outcomes and limiting workforce mobility. Current nursing education programs often lack practical training, updated curriculum, and sync with global standards. Graceland College of Nursing addresses these challenges by offering an innovative solution designed to bridge the skills gap, improve patient care and enhance Nigeria’s competitiveness in the global health care labor market.
Innovative education in line with global competencies:
Graceland College of Nursing provides a technology-enabled, practical nursing education that emphasizes clinical excellence and practical readiness. Through its globally aligned curriculum and partnerships with foreign trained faculty, the college ensures 100% success in nursing board examinations and equips graduates with locally and internationally applicable skills. The institution’s focus on simulation technology and real-world hospital performance near Lagos’ leading healthcare facilities sets it apart as a leader in nursing education transformation.
FasterCapital Partnership:
Through FasterCapital’s LaunchUp program, Graceland receives strategic advice, capital-raising expertise, and access to a critical global network to scale its impact. FasterCapital’s rigorous selection process reflects Graceland’s confidence in its innovative approach and market potential. The collaboration, with a targeted increase of $250,000, is set to enable Graceland to accelerate its expansion, integrate advanced simulation technologies, and enhance educational infrastructure.
Executive Insights:
Smith Ogunyomi, chief executive director of Graceland College of Nursing, said:
“Joining FasterCapital’s LaunchUp program is a transformational milestone for Graceland. This partnership empowers us to enhance nursing education in Nigeria, shape future healthcare leaders, and unlock global opportunities for our students.”
Hesham Zreik, CEO of FasterCapital, commented:
“Graceland College of Nursing exemplifies the bold innovation needed to close the healthcare workforce gap in emerging markets. Their commitment to clinical excellence and digital transformation aligns perfectly with our mission of fostering high-impact startups. We are proud to support their journey toward regional leadership in healthcare education.”
Growth Path and Future Outlook:
In the coming months, Graceland will prioritize expanding its campus facilities and deploying state-of-the-art facilities.
About Graceland College of Nursing:
Established in Lagos to tackle Nigeria’s nursing shortage, Graceland College of Nursing combines innovative education with practical experience. Its mission is to prepare registered nurses (RNs) who exceed global competencies and improve health care outcomes through technology-driven education and international collaboration.
About FasterCapital:
FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Founded in 2014, we are the #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups, funds invested and funds raised so far. It supports startups around the world through various programs including funding assistance, business development and technical assistance. The LaunchUp program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.
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