Section 40: Support for Carers.

(1) The Federal Ministry responsible for Health shall establish a National Carers Guideline.
(2) States may establish guidelines in line with laws passed by the State House of Assembly.
(3) The National Carers Guidelines shall-
(a) recognise the role of carers in providing support to persons living with mental health conditions; and
(b) provide strategy and support programmes for carers.
(4) The Federal Ministry responsible for Health shall undertake the collection of information and data on caregiving for persons living with mental health conditions.