Upcoming episodes of EastEnders will see Nigel caught in a dramatic chain of events that appear to confirm his approaching exit from the show.

Nigel prepares for a major life change, only for his plans to unravel following a serious car accident that leads him to a difficult decision, one that may see him spending his final days behind bars.

As part of a significant change in his life, Nigel begins preparing for a trip to India, signalling the start of a new chapter for him and Julie. In order to fund the journey, he decides to sell his beloved car, despite its sentimental value.

However, before the sale is finalised, Nigel accidentally damages the vehicle, putting the deal at risk. Lauren steps in to support him, lowering the price, and the transaction goes through. While the situation is far from ideal, Nigel accepts the outcome, knowing the funds are needed for his upcoming travels.

Despite selling the car, Nigel finds himself unable to walk away without one final drive. After spotting the car keys, he decides to take the vehicle out one last time.

Shortly before, he has a disagreement with Julie, adding tension to an already emotional moment. During the drive, Nigel receives a phone call from Julie, which leaves him feeling overwhelmed. Distracted, he loses control of the car and crashes.

The crash becomes a turning point in the storyline, setting in motion a sequence of events that will shape Nigel’s immediate future.

Following the incident, Nigel struggles with the aftermath. The crash weighs heavily on his mind, and questions begin to surface. He turns to Julie for answers, and she tells him that she was the one driving the car at the time of the crash.

Nigel, however, remains unconvinced. He begins to question her version of events and sets off on a quiet search for clarity.

Julie eventually brings Nigel back home, continuing to maintain that she was behind the wheel. Despite her insistence, Nigel is no longer sure he believes her, and is left facing a difficult choice.

Nigel chooses to take responsibility for the crash, convinced Julie is lying to him about what really happened. Whether out of guilt or a sense of duty, he decides to come forward.

He speaks to Jack and explains his decision before turning himself in to the police. Jack supports Nigel and accompanies him to the station, marking what could be the beginning of his final storyline on the show.

The events suggest that this may be the start of Nigel’s exit from EastEnders, with a possible prison sentence ahead of him. His plans for a new future in India are now uncertain, and the outcome of his confession remains to be seen.

With the circumstances around the crash still unclear and Julie’s role under question, there may be further developments ahead…

As Nigel awaits the consequences of his actions, it’s unclear whether the full truth about the accident will come out or if Nigel will face punishment for a crash that may not have been entirely his fault.