EastEnders has confirmed a major character death this week as the consequences of Kojo Asare's (Dayo Koleosho) drugs storyline are revealed. Ben Wadey, Executive Producer, said of the storyline: “At EastEnders, we’re proud to tell stories that reflect the real challenges people face, and Kojo’s cuckooing storyline is one that feels especially important. Cuckooing is a form of exploitation that too often goes unseen and hasn’t featured on EastEnders before. Cuckooing is a cruel and dehumanising form of exploitation where the home of someone vulnerable is taken over by criminals. We thank the entire EastEnders team for focusing on a genuine issue that impacts the lives of autistic people.

Source: The Times November 11, 2025 11:30 UTC