5 EastEnders Spoilers for Next Week: Zoe Slater Drops a Shocking Bombshell and Nigel Bates Confesses After a Crash
1. Zoe Slater Stuns Kat Moon with a New Bombshell
Tensions rise between Kat and Zoe as mother and daughter clash over money, lies, and loyalty. Zoe is determined to meet with a private investigator, but Kat insists they wait until Sharon and Vicki return. When Kat discovers Zoe has stolen from the pub till, she follows her to a secret meeting.
Kat demands the truth, but Zoe lies to the investigator, raising fresh doubts about her story. Later, after an argument at The Queen Vic, Zoe rescues a trapped cat and seems to make peace with her mum. Yet when Kat presses her again, Zoe finally breaks—dropping a shocking revelation that leaves Kat reeling. Could this confession be connected to Zoe’s claims about the father of her children?
2. Nigel Bates Hands Himself In After Causing a Crash
Nigel faces serious consequences after a moment of confusion leads to a devastating car accident. While preparing to sell his beloved car for cash to fund his trip with Julie, he damages it and lowers the price to seal the deal. But before handing over the keys, Nigel takes one last drive.
Distracted by a phone call from Julie, he loses control and crashes. Guilt consumes him, but when Julie claims she was behind the wheel to protect him, Nigel refuses to let her take the blame. Confused and scared, he turns himself in to Jack Branning. As the police question him, will Nigel’s dementia be taken into account—or could he face prison time?
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3. Jasmine Grows Obsessed with Cindy Beale
At The Albert, Jasmine consoles Gina over her heartbreak with Harry, but it soon becomes clear that her interest lies elsewhere—specifically, in Cindy Beale. Jasmine keeps pushing for gossip, leaving Gina suspicious about her motives.
When Oscar tries to impress Jasmine, she snaps at him, leading to tension between the trio. Gina later takes Jasmine out for a drink to lighten the mood, but their evening spirals into something far darker. What exactly is Jasmine hiding, and why is she so fascinated by Cindy?
4. Okie Okyere Threatens Harry Mitchell
Harry’s nightmare with Okie continues. When George grows concerned about Kojo’s disappearance, Okie forces Harry to call him. During the call, Harry secretly warns Kojo to run while he still can. Furious, Okie demands obedience and threatens Harry’s safety.
Meanwhile, Teddy Mitchell receives a strange message from Harry’s phone and confides in Billy, deciding to travel to Cardiff to find his son. But before help arrives, Kojo returns—and both men realise they may never escape Okie’s grip alive.
5. Callum Highway Worries About Johnny Carter’s New Business Partner
As Lexi keeps her distance, Johnny focuses on work, encouraged by Elaine and Callum to pursue a deal with his former client Tim. Elaine is impressed by Tim’s charm, but Callum senses trouble.
Despite his warning, Johnny joins forces with Tim, convinced it’s the right move. Soon, Lexi becomes the center of conflict when Johnny tries to win her over with expensive gifts. Billy is furious and orders Callum to intervene, but when Johnny promises to take Lexi to a concert, Callum hesitates. Can he balance loyalty to Johnny with his duty to protect Lexi?