Graceland College of Nursing Joins FasterCapital’s LaunchUp Program to Elevate Global Standards in Nursing Education from Nigeria
Graceland College of Nursing, a forward-thinking healthcare education institution based in Nigeria, Adams Karson, has joined FasterCapital’s LaunchUp program to advance its mission of producing internationally competitive, practice-ready nurses. Led by Chief Executive Director Smith Ogunyomi, the college is raising $250,000 to expand its academic infrastructure, integrate advanced simulation technologies, and further develop its globally aligned nursing curriculum.
Graceland College of Nursing was established in response to Nigeria’s deepening shortage of skilled nurses and the pressing need for modern, globally benchmarked healthcare training. By delivering practical, tech-enabled education guided by international faculty and academic standards, Graceland is redefining what it means to be a Registered Nurse (RN) in West Africa—equipping graduates to thrive in both local and international healthcare systems.
Hesham Zreik, CEO of FasterCapital, commented on the partnership:
“Graceland College of Nursing is building more than just an academic institution—it’s creating a pipeline of healthcare professionals ready to meet today’s global demands. We’re proud to support their mission through the LaunchUp program and believe their impact will extend far beyond Nigeria.”
He further added:
“Nursing education needs bold innovation, especially in emerging markets. Graceland’s commitment to clinical excellence, international standards, and digital transformation sets a powerful example for healthcare education across the continent.”
Smith Ogunyomi, Chief Executive Director of Graceland College of Nursing, expressed his excitement:
“Joining FasterCapital’s LaunchUp program represents a major step forward for Graceland. With their strategic support, we’re not only building a college—we’re shaping the future of healthcare in Nigeria and opening global opportunities for our students.”
With its strategic location in Lagos, access to leading hospitals, and an uncompromising focus on academic and clinical quality, Graceland College of Nursing is poised to become a regional leader in health education. Through this partnership with FasterCapital, the college is moving closer to its goal of training a new generation of nurses who will lead with skill, compassion, and global relevance.
